Endoscopy Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Endoscopy Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This position is responsible for providing high-quality patient care in the GI/Endoscopy unit, performing various procedural tasks, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Unit Information

• Unit Type: GI/Endoscopy
• Number of Procedural Suites: 6
• Average Cases per Day: 30+

Shift Information

• Shift Length: 8 or 10 hours
• Shift Times: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM or 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday with on-call requirements
• Call Response Time: 30 minutes

Required Qualifications

• Certifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in an Endoscopy or GI-related setting
• Skills: Working knowledge of all GI-related procedures

Common Procedures

• Colonoscopy
• EGD (Esophagogastroduodenoscopy)
• Esophageal dilation
• ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography)
• EUS (Endoscopic Ultrasound)
• Food bolus removal
• Management of GI bleeds

Work Environment

• The unit operates with a charge nurse on each shift who also takes patient assignments.
• Support staff, including technicians and nursing aides, are available in the department.
• A comprehensive one-week orientation is provided for travelers.

Scheduling and Time Off

• A 6-week working schedule is utilized.
• Requests for time off should be submitted to the charge nurse two weeks prior to the posting of the schedule.

Dress Code

• Scrub colors: Royal blue or navy blue.