Registered Nurse (RN) OP Endoscopy Center

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•High Point, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in the Outpatient Endoscopy Center and provides age-appropriate nursing care across the continuum of care. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions; adjusts care plans; and collaborates with patients, families, and the care team to influence outcomes. The nurse promotes safety, evidence-based practice, ethical decision-making, and unbiased, integrated patient care, while maintaining accurate and timely EHR documentation. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday, four 10-hour shifts per week, with no weekends or holidays. The nurse may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Physical requirements include frequent movement and lifting, supporting, pushing, and transferring patients or equipment, and may include exposure to hazardous materials, blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. Protective equipment must be worn as necessary.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency in computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting and supporting 35 pounds; pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, including fine hand manipulation for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines, perform physical safety interventions and verbal de-escalation if needed, and respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth, telenursing, or virtual modalities must be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where their clients are located and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety and evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely in accordance with clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.