RN - Endoscopy

Responsibilities:

• Deliver direct nursing care utilizing the nursing process.
• Assess patients upon arrival and throughout their stay in the department.
• Prepare rooms, equipment and supplies to accommodate the patient load.
• Assist with and anticipate the needs of physician during procedure.
• Monitor patient before, during and after procedure.
• Provide patient education.
• Clean and disinfect equipment per policies.
• Document clearly, concisely and accurately on approved forms as required.
• Act as a patient advocate in coordination of patient care.
• Utilize nursing professional judgement, take action to implement plan of care and resolve any problems identified.
• Utilize supplies, equipment and resources to contain costs without compromising patient care.
• Adhere to Infection Control Plan and environmental safety practices.
• Communicate a positive and caring attitude towards patients, peers, staff and visitors.
• Participate in continuing education programs
• Participate in department specific training and education.
• Participate in risk management, quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Seek guidance and assistance where needed. Follow the Endoscopy Center policy and procedures at all times.
• Supervise employees with lesser qualifications and delegate to them according to qualifications, skills, education and competency.
• Demonstrate flexibility in patient care, assignment, schedule and meeting the needs of the Endoscopy Center.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Professional School of Nursing
• Current NC licensure as a registered nurse.
• Must exhibit skill in therapeutic communication techniques.
• Must have effective interpersonal skills.
• Professional image in attitude and appearance.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification
• Prefer minimum of one-year experience in endoscopy or surgery.