Registered Nurse-Endoscopy
- Requisition ID
- 188023
- Department
- 530241 Gastroenterology RMG
- Schedule
- Full Time - Eligible for Benefits
- Shift
- Day
- Category
- Nursing
Position Purpose
The Endoscopy RN practices in the Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). They provide quality nursing care by working with the patients care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients before and after endoscopy procedures. The Endoscopy RN is focused on patient care, safety, and quality, and aims to achieve a high level of patient satisfaction. They follow all practice standards per the Nevada Board of Nursing and implement the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards of the American Nurses Association. They uphold the Mission, Vision, and Values of Renown Health and all policies and procedures. They are confident, competent, and independent working with patients and families in the ASC setting.
Nature and Scope
80% of time commitment
1. Functions independently as a Pre/Post Procedural RN.
2. Efficiently follows standard protocols for admitting and discharging patients from the ASC.
3. Use clinical judgement to assess and prioritize patients’ needs and build personal plans of care.
4. Records patients’ medical history and associated assessments in the medical record.
5. Starts saline lock and administers medications at the direction of the MD.
6. Educate patients and families on GI symptom management and GI diagnosis.
7. Ability to anticipate the needs of the physician, RN, and department.
8. Takes direction from clinic leadership.
9. Has an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of nursing in the ASC.
10. Delegates to other members of the interdisciplinary team.
11. Trusted to follow all procedures and protocols in the endoscopy unit 100% of the time.
12. Is an active participant in quality and safety initiatives.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES & JOB FUNCTIONS: 20% of time commitment
1. Consistently demonstrates a high level of professional communication with ALL members of the healthcare team.
2. Consistently supports and carries out Renown’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
3. Assists and supports system initiatives.
4. Other duties as assigned. May include, but is not limited to, cross-training to other roles in the department, stocking/maintaining supplies, managing emergency equipment and emergent patient needs.
5. This position does/does not provide patient care.
This position does provide patient care
Disclaimer
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Name | Description |
|---|---|
Education: | Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English. Bachelor’s degree in nursing, healthcare or related field preferred. |
Experience: | Successful completion of all competencies, and training programs in the endoscopy unit. Previous RN experience is preferred, but new graduate RN’s will also be considered. |
License(s): | Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license. |
Certification(s): | Current BLS certification by AHA standards required at time of hire. Ability to obtain ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire. |
Computer / Typing: | Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |
Benefits
Renown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.
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Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Environment
Renown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
For Providers: Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows.