Registered Nurse RN Endoscopy RN Full Time Registered Nurse

Vibra Travels•Kerrville, TX

About The Position

Peterson Health is hiring a full-time Endoscopy Registered Nurse in Kerrville, Texas. The nurse acts as a patient advocate during Endoscopy/Bronchoscopy procedures, implementing a plan to protect patients from injury, wrong-site surgery, and infection. The role coordinates patient care between providers and hospital staff, supports patients’ physical and emotional needs while assisting the physician, and accurately and completely documents care, interventions, equipment, and supplies. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Late and call shifts are required. Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization and a Magnet-designated hospital recognized for nursing excellence and patient-centered care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current nursing assessment and patient care skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and master new skills.
Unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse license.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification.
At least one year of RN experience in a hospital or outpatient environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Knowledge of all phases of perioperative care.
Meditech experience.
LVN or Surgical Technologist certification.
One year of experience in an Ambulatory Surgery Center or Endoscopy Center.

Responsibilities

Advocate for patients during Endoscopy/Bronchoscopy procedures and implement plans to protect them from injury, wrong-site surgery, and infection.
Coordinate patient care between providers and hospital staff.
Support patients’ physical and emotional needs while assisting the physician.
Accurately and completely document care provided, including interventions, equipment, and supplies.