RN - Registered Nurse - Endoscopy

Geisinger•Scranton, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re offering $15,000 in sign-on incentives for qualified candidates—and that’s just the beginning. If you're looking for a fresh start or a new challenge in your nursing career, join our dynamic Endoscopy team and continue your RN journey in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where innovation and compassion drive everything we do. The Endoscopy RN provides primary nursing support to the physician and patient to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient's condition. Provides patient education, promotes an understanding of the condition and adheres with the treatment plan. The Registered Clinic Nurse, functions in the spirit of teamwork, is accountable for the delivery of care utilizing skills learned in the clinic. Assists other team members on the unit. Our Specialized Endoscopy RNs work in each department area: Pre-Procedure, Intra-Procedure, and Post-Procedure. Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. This union role is 40 hours weekly; hours typically rotating between 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., 7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. during the week. Every other Sunday 7:00 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. On-Call rotation- will be discussed at interview. ACLS certification will be required within 6 months of hire.

Requirements

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required)
Minimum of 1 year-Nursing (Preferred)
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body
Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania
Clinical Skills
Communication
Interpersonal Communication
Organizing
Preceptor Skills
Teamwork

Responsibilities

Triages patient sick calls to facilitate appropriate treatment plan with providers.
Obtains and documents patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and provides basic medical data base for provider, and prepares patient for examinations.
Oversees chart checks insuring that all patient completed testing is available for provider visit.
Assists providers in procedures as directed by provider to facilitate accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork to expedites laboratory studies with maximum accuracy and efficiency.
Executes and documents ongoing patient communication.
Provides instruction to ensure patient's understanding of medical condition and compliance with treatment instructions.
Inserts, monitors, regulates and discontinues IV's as required by provider.
Administers medications, IV push medications, and topical medications.
Routinely inspects and observes condition and operations of diagnostic equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and identify need for preventative and corrective maintenance.
May clean, sterilize and prepare instruments, according to established protocols, to ensure required level of aseposis and adequate availability.
Cleans and sets up procedure rooms between cases, ensures required level of aseposis, availability of appropriate instruments and equipment, and preparation of patient.
Educate patients on all aspects of medication and treatments as appropriate.
Assists in all aspects of day to day clinic activity.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Three medical plan choices , including expanded network options
Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous PTO that accrues quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
Family-friendly support : adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more
Voluntary benefits : accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more