RN - Registered Nurse - Endoscopy Nursing

Endoscopy Nurse

Utilizing the nursing process, the Endoscopy nurse is accountable for delivery of patient care in the Endoscopy area during the shift. She/he is responsible for: meeting the established Standards of Nursing Care, managing assigned personnel, and promoting collaboration among the disciplines, and demonstrates a loyalty to the philosophy, policies, and practices of the institution.

Holds an active Registered Nurse license and is eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky.

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance if needed.

Physical/Environmental requirements

Lifting - 0 -50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance

Carrying - 0- 50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance

Supports the hospital Mission, Service, and Values

Explains appropriate paperwork for treatment of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Follows policies regarding consent for treatment and release of medical information regarding a minor or a person who is unable to make medical decisions for themselves.

Demonstrates appropriate awareness for suspected abuse/neglect to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and takes measures to report them according to protocol.

Identifies and plans for appropriate safety precautions to be taken to prevent injury to the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Organizes and achieves quality performance.

Attends a sufficient number of in-services, according to required policies.

Attends a CE or Inservice program on emergency cardiac care at least once every 3 years.

Demonstrates flexibility as patient care needs change.

Establishes priorities in delivery of patient care.

Collaborates with other health team members to coordinate Endoscopy and Nursing management of patient care.

Confers with and directs ancillary personnel to provide responsible patient care.

Manages time effectively for proper balance between patient care assignments, in-services, unit meetings, and professional conferences.

Counsels and initiates corrective action for nursing employees as necessary and promptly informs the appropriate supervisor or per established chain of command.

Assesses all emergency situations that may occur during the shift.

Completes assigned shift duties.

Accurately administers medications and performs treatments in accordance with Endoscopy policy and procedure.

Knowledgeable in special tests and procedures to assist physician in caring for patients before, during and after tests/procedures.

Demonstrates an ability to assess reports and communicate findings to physician.

Knowledge in the care and maintenance of all endoscopies and endoscopy accessories.

Communicates pertinent information regarding patients to other care givers.

Keeps supervisor and physicians informed regarding patient care issues or significant changes in patient condition.

Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and hospital information.

Accounts for narcotics, ensuring the security of narcotics at all times.

Operates or supervises safe operative of specialized patient care equipment, according to company recommendations and hospital policy and procedure.

Maintains infection control measures and universal precautions in Endoscopy.

Cleans and disinfects Endoscopy equipment according to hospital policy and procedure.

Completes ongoing assessment of the patient and appropriate interventions in collaboration with the physician in order to meet the specific needs.

The applicable assessment and planning processes for an infant, child, adolescent or adult is individualized based on age-specific needs identified.

Associates or better in Nursing.

Registered Nurse

Regional Health