RN Endoscopy

4x 10hr shifts. Varied start times 7/7:30 AM. The nurses would mainly work in the pre/post procedure areas.

The Endoscopy RN will be responsible for planning andadministering care of the patient undergoing diagnostic Endoscopy procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Applies the nursing process to assess, plan, implement andevaluate the care of the patient undergoing a diagnostic endoscopy

Assess physical, psychological, psychosocial and educationalneeds of the patient

Provides patient with explanations of procedures andtreatments

Demonstrates awareness and respects all patient’s rights,privacy and confidentiality

Treats all patients with dignity and respect

Assists physician with all endoscopy procedures includingcolonoscopy, bronchoscopy, EGD, PEG tube placement, and ERCP

Follows facility guidelines in the assessment, care andevaluation of the patient receiving conscious sedation

Documents assessment, administration and patient’s responseto conscious sedation according to facility policy and procedure

Monitors and documents each intervention during theendoscopy procedure

Demonstrates safety and accuracy in the administration,monitoring and documentation of all treatments, medications, and IV therapies

Provides a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environmentfor the patient

Responds immediately and appropriately to emergencies oracute changes in patient status

Provides Pathologist and other medical team members withaccurate and complete information regarding specimen collection

Adheres to and applies all principles of infection controlduring endoscopic procedures, with the disinfection and sterilization ofequipment, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and disposing ofbiomedical/hazardous waste

Ensures appropriate care, maintenance and safe handling ofscopes at all times

Applies cautery-grounding pad appropriately

Adheres to facility guidelines in use ofgluteraldehyde/Steris

Assures Endoscopy Department Discharge Criteria are metbefore discharging patient

Ensures the discharge process provides continuing care basedon the assessed needs of the patient and communicates explicit time/actiondischarge instructions using simple terminology

Effectively communicates and collaborates with other membersof the health care team and patient’s family when appropriate to addresspatient’s needs and generate safe patient outcomes

Minimum Requirements:

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state inwhich he/she practices

One (1) year experience in a GI/Endo lab within the lastthree years preferred

Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

Participation and completion of Amergis Competency programwhen applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.