Endoscopy Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified Endoscopy Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic team in the GI/Endoscopy unit. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in a variety of gastrointestinal procedures and will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Shift Details

• Shift Length: 8 or 10 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Monday through Friday with on-call requirements for weekday and weekend rotations
• Shift Times: 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM or 6:30 AM to 4:30 PM

Unit Information

The Endoscopy unit consists of 6 procedural suites and handles over 30 cases per day, including common procedures such as:

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

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Required Certifications: BLS (AHA) and ACLS
• Proven knowledge of all GI-related procedures and patient care responsibilities

Responsibilities

The Endoscopy RN will be responsible for the following:

• Provide quality care to patients undergoing various GI procedures.
• Assure proper patient preparation and post-procedure recovery.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including the charge nurse and support staff.
• Respond to on-call duties as needed, with a call response time of 30 minutes.

Additional Information

• Required dress code: royal blue or navy blue scrubs
• Unit-specific orientation duration: one week for travelers
• Requests for time off must be submitted to the charge nurse at least two weeks prior to the posting of the schedule.