POSITION SUMMARY
Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000
Pay range: $49.34/hr - $74.08/hr
Ensures the delivery of quality nursing care for patients undergoing Endoscopy procedures in accordance with age-related and individual needs, physician's orders, hospital policy, standards of care and nursing practice. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. Participates in self-development activities to advance and maintain current knowledge and skills.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Performed majority of the time:
• Maintains the Endoscopy Center's endoscopic equipment, accessories and supplies as directed by manufacturer to ensure proper use, function, and infection control practice (Primary RN).
• Administers medication as ordered by physician, following the Moderate Sedation policy and monitoring procedures (Primary RN).
• Safely monitors and documents care of patients undergoing Moderate Sedation in accordance with policy and procedure and guidelines of care.
• Assures all documentation on medical records is accurate and complete at all times.
• Supports and assists the physicians with care of the patient in the Endoscopy Center.
• Participates in "standby call" according to department policy.
• Safely monitors and documents care of patients undergoing Moderate Sedation in accordance with policy and procedure and guidelines of care.
• Provides opportunity for patients to express any psychological or social needs or concerns.
• Make available hospital resources to offer support for any stated needs or concerns.
• Coordinates and prepares for Endoscopy procedures performed in the Endoscopy Center, intensive care unit, radiology department, surgical rooms and various nursing units.
• Identifies potential staffing problems associated with patient's changing needs and notifies nurse manager to facilitate continuity of patient care.
• Uses cost effective measures in the delivery of patient care.
o Participates in product evaluation and standardization of supplies.
o Effectively manages utilization of supplies.
o Protects equipment from damage or misuse and reports damage, misuse and/or malfunction to manager.
• Identifies and communicates changes in patient status to the physician.
• Performs basic patient education related to pre & post Endoscopy Center procedural period.
Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job:
• Participates in educational programs.
• Participates in staff development activities for unit.
• Participates in nursing in-services, conferences, and designated meetings to ensure professional growth.
• Functions as preceptor to new staff.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education:
Required
• Associates Degree in Nursing.
Preferred
• Bachelor or Master of Science in Nursing.
Experience
Required
• Minimum of 2 years of ICU or PACU RN experience, or 1 year of Endoscopy RN or Endoscopy Technician experience required.
Preferred
• N/A
Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:
Required
• Current and unencumbered licensure as registered nurse by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.
• American Heart Association Healthcare ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
Preferred
• CGRN certification
Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:
Required
• Moderate Sedation Competency within 90 days of hire
• Computer skills sufficient to send/receive emails, navigate Information Technology associated with position as well as Electronic Health Records required.
• Fluency in oral and written English.
• Ability to interact and communicate with interdisciplinary team and patients/family in a positive and effective manner.
• Adapts to change in work environment in a professional and efficient manner.
• Prioritizes effectively and delivers care with efficiency.
Preferred
• Bilingual skills a plus.
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