Registered Nurse Endoscopy Center
About The Position
The Registered Nurse provides individualized and specialized nursing care to patients in the Endoscopy Center according to physician orders, recognized nursing techniques, applicable state nursing practice requirements, and the Center’s policies and procedures. The nurse works cooperatively with physicians and staff, demonstrating teamwork, initiative, insight, and sound judgment in decision-making. The role includes patient assessment and preparation, performing specified tests, administering medications, documenting care, supporting patient comfort, and maintaining a safe, clean, compliant clinical environment.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
- Current state license to practice as a registered nurse.
- Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to comply with OSHA and HIPAA rules and regulations and maintain patient confidentiality.
- Ability to use personal computers and required programs and applications, including internet, electronic health records or authorization systems, e-fax, and email, with minimal typing and spelling errors.
- Ability to function in emergency situations.
- Basic computer skills, including ability to recognize and understand the EMR system.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
- Dependability and professional conduct.
- Understanding of emergency equipment and medications.
- Ability to follow safety and universal precautions and demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Ability to follow policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Two to three years of experience preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Greet patients and escort them to the examination room and check-out area.
- Identify each patient using two identifiers; verify the reason for the visit and obtain consent.
- Interview patients, measure and document vital signs, and record current medications, allergies, and medical history in the patient chart.
- Recognize abnormal vital signs and report them promptly to the physician.
- Perform manometry, anal rectal manometry, capsule, infusion, and Bravo tests.
- Administer medications accurately as directed by the physician and document nursing actions, including administration of drugs or solutions.
- Provide physical comfort to patients and assist with inquiries or concerns to help meet their expectations.
- Follow up with Specialty Pharmacy regarding pending prescription authorizations.
- Complete patient callbacks before the end of the day and finish assigned tasks in a timely manner.
- Report medical equipment malfunctions, safety issues, and clinical supply needs to the supervisor.
- Disinfect and clean examination rooms and maintain a clean work area.
- Store medications appropriately and remove expired medications.
- Follow infection control, OSHA, biomedical waste handling and disposal, HIPAA, safety, universal precaution, and personal protective equipment requirements.
- Conduct activities professionally, politely, and courteously; follow company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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