Registered Nurse-Endoscopy

Renown Health•Reno, NV

About The Position

The Endoscopy RN practices in the Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC), providing quality nursing care by working with the patient care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients before and after endoscopy procedures. The role focuses on patient care, safety, quality, and achieving a high level of patient satisfaction. The RN follows Nevada Board of Nursing practice standards and the American Nurses Association Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics, and upholds Renown Health’s Mission, Vision, Values, policies, and procedures. The RN works confidently, competently, and independently with patients and families in the ASC setting. The role’s time commitment is described as 80% for core nursing duties and 20% for other responsibilities and job functions. The position provides patient care. The description notes that the listed duties are not exhaustive and are intended to reflect the general nature and level of the job.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively.
Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license.
Current BLS certification meeting AHA standards at the time of hire.
Ability to obtain ACLS and PALS within six months of hire.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word.
Ability to use a computer for online learning requirements, access online forms and policies, and complete online benefits enrollment.
Successful completion of all competencies and training programs in the endoscopy unit.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in nursing, healthcare, or a related field preferred.
Previous RN experience preferred; new graduate RNs will also be considered.

Responsibilities

Function independently as a pre- and post-procedural RN.
Follow standard protocols for admitting and discharging ASC patients efficiently.
Use clinical judgment to assess and prioritize patient needs and develop individual plans of care.
Record patients’ medical histories and related assessments in the medical record.
Start saline locks and administer medications at the direction of the physician.
Educate patients and families on GI symptom management and GI diagnoses.
Anticipate the needs of the physician, RN, and department.
Take direction from clinic leadership.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of nursing in the ASC.
Delegate tasks to other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Follow endoscopy unit procedures and protocols consistently.
Participate in quality and safety initiatives.
Communicate professionally with all members of the healthcare team.
Support and carry out Renown Health’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Assist with and support system initiatives.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include cross-training for other department roles, stocking and maintaining supplies, and managing emergency equipment and emergent patient needs.