GRAND TETON ASC - LPN/RN

MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL LLC • Idaho Falls, ID

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The endoscopy/ ophthalmology practical nurse provides nursing care to patients being admitted for endoscopic and ophthalmic procedures as well as following discharge from the endoscopy/ ophthalmology procedure room in either an asleep but arrousable post procedure state or an awake post sedation state through discharge to home. During the admission process the nursing role focuses on assessing, identifying, and solving nursing care and pre-procedure problems. The nurse is responsible for starting and monitoring IVs, administering pre-procedure medications, performing pre-procedure instruction and explanation of the patient’s rights and procedures. During the recovery phase upon discharge from the endoscopy suite/ ophthalmology operating room, the nurse is responsible for monitoring vital signs, providing pain management, providing patient and family education, and ensuring the safety of the patient until discharge into the vehicle of a responsible driver. He/she must facilitate and demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors at all times.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current licensure as a Nurse in the state of Idaho.
• Current BLS certification.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Ability to effectively read, write, and speak English.
• General high school math.
• Can frequently and consistently make sound judgments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Can adapt to rapidly changing work due to changes in the census.
• Works well with others.
• Can work well under pressure and meet multiple and competing deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• One year of general nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, identifying, and solving nursing care and pre-procedure problems.
• Starting and monitoring IVs.
• Administering pre-procedure medications.
• Performing pre-procedure instruction and explanation of the patient’s rights and procedures.
• Monitoring vital signs.
• Providing pain management.
• Providing patient and family education.
• Ensuring the safety of the patient until discharge.
• Facilitating and demonstrating cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree