PRN Endoscopy Registered Nurse

Banner Surgery Center – Peoria is an ambulatory surgery center located in Peoria. Position Summary This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients. Essential Functions Assess patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Review patient history and physical with patient/family and assure completion within appropriate timeframe. Review available information obtained by other health care team members. Review diagnostics and laboratory data and report abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Complete assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy. Formulate a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiate a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Develop realistic, measurable goals in conjunction with the patient/family. Consider the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of care. Plan care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Review and revise the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status. Implement the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provide care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Promote continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided. Evaluate the patient's and family's response to care and teaching and revise the plan of care as needed. Evaluate patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluate patient’s response and the effectiveness of patient teaching. Document assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient’s response to treatment. Note physician orders accurately and in a timely manner. Provide care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participate in department or facility shared leadership. Interact and participate in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promote/support growth of others through precepting and mentoring when appropriate. Contribute to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participate in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations. In some locations, this position may provide relief charge for staff and workflow of the department. Other duties as assigned. Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day. NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing, or higher, required. Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice. BLS and ACLS required. PALS certification required within 90 days of start date if assigned ASC services pediatrics. Preferred Qualifications Minimum of one year recent Endoscopy, PreOp/PACU, ED or critical care licensed RN experience strongly preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr