Endoscopy/ Minor Procedure Registered Nurse

Advocate Health • Hazel Crest, IL

1d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopy/ Minor Procedure Registered Nurse prepares and recovers patients undergoing endoscopy and minor procedures. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions and adjusts care plans; collaborates with patients, families, and the care team; and promotes safe, evidence-based care. The nurse maintains timely and accurate electronic health record documentation, may administer medications and treatments under clinical protocols, and may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area.

The position is part-time, 20 hours per week, with 8-hour shifts and rotating start times. Department operating hours are Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The nurse must provide age-appropriate care and may encounter exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases, using protective equipment as necessary. The role requires frequent movement and lifting, and may include patient safety interventions such as restraint and verbal de-escalation.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active registered nurse license, either multi-state compact and/or single-state, with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
• Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency operating computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Additional department-specific physical requirements may be identified by the nurse leader.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 2 years of Critical Care/Telemetry or outpatient procedure experience preferred.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, following departmental policies and procedures.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Use protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, or communicable disease.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, with potential premium pay and incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed