RN Endoscopy

Summary

Responsible to plan, execute, and evaluate the nursing care given to patients in the Endoscopy nursing role. Provides patient care within the prevailing state standards of practice and according to the policies of the facility. Communicates appropriate information to other team members. Helps maintain equipment, supplies, and general cleanliness of the unit. May have additional responsibilities designated by the manager, which may include but are not limited to providing patient care in other peri-operative departments, serving on committees, participating in quality improvement projects.

Essential Job Duties and

Responsibilities

Knows and adheres to policies of the Center and demonstrates fiscal responsibility. Follows standards, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives for Endoscopy nursing care according to accepted standards. Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge of Endoscopy procedures and techniques.

Provides multi-dimensional care for assigned patients. Includes patient care in the pre-operative holding area, care in the Endoscopy suite, and care for the patient in the PACU. Maintains and demonstrates current skills and knowledge in endoscopic procedures.

Demonstrates ability to understand the unique needs of each age group of the patient population. Prepares patients, equipment and room for Endoscopy procedures. Assists physicians with Endoscopy procedures per the SGNA guidelines.

Specialized knowledge, experience and training is required for endoscope manipulation under the direction of the endoscopist. Demonstrates accountability and responsibility for the care of facility assets. Assesses the patient’s physiological and psychological needs.

Administers conscious sedation to patients that meet criteria under the direction of the attending physician while adhering to conscious sedation policies and monitors the patient to provide a safe environment during the Endoscopy procedure. Follows OSHA and other standards for protection against blood borne pathogens. Seeks involvement in activities that promote professional growth and behavior.

Uses good body mechanics. Remains calm and function as a team member during times of stress and crisis situations. Informs Manager of applicable day-to-day situations.

Follows employee health and other personnel and staffing policies. Experienced in supporting in the following specialties: Orthopedics, ENT, General, GI, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Pain, Plastic, Podiatry, Urology, Spine.

What We Offer

As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following, subject to employment status:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

Life and AD&D coverage

Availability of short- and long-term disability

Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs

401(k) and access to retirement planning

Paid holidays and vacation

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner. USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

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Required

Skills

Qualifications

Must be a Registered Nurse with an unrestricted license in the state Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing Must have at least 1-3 years' previous experience in PreOP/PACU Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred Must have current BLS, ALS and PALS Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians. As a valued member of USPI, your health and well‑being are important to us. We are proud to provide you and your dependents with valuable and significant benefits.

USPI knows the value of well-rounded, balanced employees, which is why we offer a variety of additional benefits to help manage life’s daily stresses

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