Endoscopy RN for GI Endoscopy Center in SW Portland
About The Position
Join us at The Oregon Clinic as a full-time Endoscopy Registered Nurse. Work alongside a collaborative team of patient-focused colleagues and physicians in our thriving Gastroenterology West Endoscopy Center located in Southwest Portland. Each patient receives the highest value care tailored to their needs. Every person at TOC makes a difference in our mission of delivering world-class care with kindness and empathy. As a member of our team, you have the opportunity to make a valuable impact within the local community and our ecosystem of care. By providing patients and internal and external stakeholders with a consistent, efficient, and easy experience, you’ll help ensure that patients at The Oregon Clinic Gastroenterology West Endoscopy Center receive the highest value care tailored to their needs. Using excellent customer service and communications skills, your primary duties in this role include: Provides professional nursing care during the pre-procedure (admission) and post-procedure (recovery) phases of endoscopic care. Completes pre-procedure patient assessments, including medical history review, medication reconciliation, allergy verification, and baseline vital signs. Prepares patients for procedures by verifying informed consent, ensuring NPO status, initiating IV access, and completing required safety and regulatory documentation. Monitors patients in the post-procedure recovery phase, including assessment of vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, and potential complications, and escalates concerns per facility protocols. Provides discharge education to patients and caregivers, including post-procedure instructions, medication guidance, and follow-up care. Documents nursing care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record in compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and facility requirements. Adheres to patient safety standards, infection prevention practices, and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support efficient patient flow and high-quality patient care. Performs other duties as assigned in support of clinic operations.
Requirements
- Current Oregon state licensure as a Registered Nurse is required.
- Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Registered Nurse is required.
- ACLS required within 60 days of hire.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate, work independently, and effectively multitask.
- Excellent attendance and work ethic.
- Positive attitude and desire to be a team player.
- Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians, and other team members.
- A commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety.
Nice To Haves
- Prior Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience is preferred.
- Epic experience is a plus!
Responsibilities
- Provides professional nursing care during the pre-procedure (admission) and post-procedure (recovery) phases of endoscopic care.
- Completes pre-procedure patient assessments, including medical history review, medication reconciliation, allergy verification, and baseline vital signs.
- Prepares patients for procedures by verifying informed consent, ensuring NPO status, initiating IV access, and completing required safety and regulatory documentation.
- Monitors patients in the post-procedure recovery phase, including assessment of vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, and potential complications, and escalates concerns per facility protocols.
- Provides discharge education to patients and caregivers, including post-procedure instructions, medication guidance, and follow-up care.
- Documents nursing care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record in compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and facility requirements.
- Adheres to patient safety standards, infection prevention practices, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support efficient patient flow and high-quality patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned in support of clinic operations.
Benefits
- Healthcare: Employee is 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance
- Financial Wellbeing: Generous 401(k) plan and Flexible Spending Account options
- Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off plus 9 paid holidays annually
- Wellness Support: Robust wellness program and employee assistance services
- Commuter Benefits: 70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered
- Additional Perks: Employee discounts and optional benefits like Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
