RN - 19410381
About The Position
The Endoscopy/GI Registered Nurse cares for patients before, during, and after procedures. The role includes responding to patient inquiries and concerns, monitoring vital signs, administering sedation and other medications, and overseeing recovery following procedures. The nurse also prepares instruments, equipment, and supplies; ensures equipment is cleaned and sterilized; assists physicians and other healthcare providers during procedures; administers IV drips as required; and completes patient notes and discharge paperwork. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with on-call shifts required overnight and on weekends. Scheduling options include five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts.
Requirements
- New York State Registered Nurse license.
- BLS Certification from the American Heart Association.
- ACLS Certification from the American Heart Association.
- At least 2 years of experience in endoscopy procedures.
- Proficiency in telemetry monitoring and rhythm identification.
- Experience with conscious sedation.
- Expertise in IV insertion.
- Experience recovering patients from general anesthesia.
- Ability to perform intake for GI procedures.
Responsibilities
- Address and respond to patient inquiries and concerns.
- Monitor and observe patient vital signs.
- Administer sedation to patients before procedures.
- Oversee patient recovery following procedures.
- Administer medications to patients as needed.
- Complete patient notes, discharge paperwork, and other essential documentation.
- Prepare instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
- Clean and sterilize equipment before use.
- Assist physicians and healthcare providers during procedures.
- Administer IV drips as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
