RN - Registered Nurse - Endoscopy

Geisinger•Lewistown, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Endoscopy Registered Nurse provides patient assessment, triage, and education, and serves as primary clinical support to providers and patients in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. The RN follows up on diagnostic testing to support completion, accuracy, medical-record filing, and continuity of care. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a typical schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., plus rotating holiday and weekend call. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Endoscopy experience is strongly preferred, and ACLS certification is required within six months of hire. The RN prepares patients for examinations and GI endoscopic procedures, assists providers during procedures, collects and prepares laboratory specimens, and documents patient communication and care. Duties also include IV therapy, medication and blood-product administration, moderate sedation support and monitoring, patient recovery monitoring, supply and equipment oversight, and instrument preparation as applicable. The RN may lead or oversee the work of clinic nurses and endoscopy technicians and may assist with orientation of new personnel. Applicants must graduate from a nursing specialty training program, have at least one year of nursing experience, hold Basic Life Support certification, and be licensed as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. The organization describes a collaborative environment and offers a compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage beginning on day one for eligible positions.

Requirements

Graduate from a nursing specialty training program.
At least one year of nursing experience.
Basic Life Support certification.
Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license.
Obtain ACLS certification within six months of hire.
Skills in clinical practice, communication, computer literacy, health information documentation, interpersonal communication, patient assessment and care, and teamwork.

Nice To Haves

Endoscopy experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain and document patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and basic medical data for the provider; prepare patients for examinations.
Assist providers during GI endoscopic procedures to facilitate accurate diagnosis.
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and complete related paperwork accurately and efficiently.
Assist with orienting new personnel.
Execute and document ongoing patient communication; educate patients about their conditions and treatment instructions.
Insert, monitor, regulate, and discontinue IVs as required; administer intravenous therapy according to unit protocol.
Administer medications, blood products, IV push medications, conscious sedation, and ordered preoperative or pre-procedure medications as applicable.
Monitor patients during conscious sedation and recovery, recognize changes in condition or complications, and initiate appropriate action.
Instruct patients and significant others during preoperative and pre-procedural periods and provide emotional support.
Collaborate with anesthesia services in administering moderate sedation.
Monitor medical and surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and controlled substances, including supply levels, expiration dates, and utilization documentation.
Inspect diagnostic equipment and instrumentation to confirm proper operation and identify maintenance needs.
Clean, sterilize, and prepare instruments according to established protocols when required.
Oversee and lead work activities of other clinic nurses and endoscopy technicians.
Follow up on diagnostic testing to ensure completion, accuracy, and filing in the medical record.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Generous paid time off plan.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance.
Parental leave pay and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including childcare, eldercare, and pet-care referrals; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.