Clinical Nurse RN - GI Lab Lakewood Medical Center

University Health • Lakewood, CO

11d • Onsite

About The Position

A Registered Nurse who assists in assessing and caring for patients undergoing gastroenterology procedures, including pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure care. The nurse assists with endoscopic and other GI procedures, including liver biopsies, anorectal and esophageal manometry, 24-hour pH studies, pill camera procedures, and paracentesis. The role may include providing moderate sedation. The nurse follows established standards and practices under the direction of a gastroenterologist; prepares equipment for procedures; obtains and records patient data; assesses patients during procedures; and delivers therapy. The nurse participates in an on-call team for emergency procedures after hours, on weekends, and on holidays, initiates emergency interventions as appropriate, and ensures proper care, cleaning, and maintenance of equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current Missouri Registered Nurse license.
• Current BCLS and ACLS.
• Ability to perform independently in critical situations.
• At least 2 years of critical care or related experience in ICU, CCU, GI, PACU, or Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessment and care of patients before, during, and after gastroenterology procedures.
• Assist with endoscopic procedures and other GI procedures, including liver biopsies, anorectal and esophageal manometry, 24-hour pH studies, pill camera procedures, and paracentesis.
• Provide moderate sedation if needed.
• Follow established standards and practices under the direction of a gastroenterologist.
• Set up equipment for procedures.
• Obtain and record patient data, assess patients during procedures, and deliver therapy.
• Participate in on-call coverage for emergency procedures after hours, on weekends, and on holidays.
• Initiate emergency interventions as appropriate.
• Ensure appropriate care, cleaning, and maintenance of equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level