RN GI LAB

NORTH ARKANSAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Harrison, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is an innovative, nonprofit healthcare system based in Harrison, Arkansas, with 13 clinics serving rural communities in North Arkansas. More than 750 team members provide healthcare services guided by the values of safety, quality, integrity, and community. The GI Lab Registered Nurse provides professional, evidence-based nursing care for patients undergoing gastrointestinal procedures, functioning as a procedures nurse and/or recovery nurse. The nurse coordinates with physicians, anesthesia, and perioperative staff to support safe preparation, intra-procedure monitoring, accurate documentation, recovery, and patient handoff. The position participates in a call rotation that may include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The role is listed as PRN in the job details; the compensation section also describes full-time status and says PRN or part-time may be considered based on need. The schedule is primarily aligned to procedure schedules. Pay is competitive, with applicable differentials; details are discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

Current Arkansas RN license or compact RN eligibility.
BLS certification at hire.
ACLS and PALS certification within one year of hire.
Ability to communicate effectively with providers, staff, patients, and families.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Successful completion of NARMC pharmacology competency.
Demonstrated knowledge of patient care, medications, and recognition of emergency situations with appropriate action.
Ability to participate in call according to department needs.

Nice To Haves

Prior GI/Endoscopy or perioperative nursing experience.
Knowledge of methods specific to the GI Lab, or ability to complete on-the-job training.
GI certification, with continuing-education requirements for recertification.
Consistent participation in department meetings and in-services.

Responsibilities

Assess patients and develop nursing care plans appropriate to the GI Lab setting.
Communicate professionally with patients, physicians, families, and team members.
Monitor patients, respond to changes, and apply knowledge of electrocardiography, drug therapy, and emergency procedures used in the unit.
Manage post-operative recovery needs and reinforce discharge instructions and patient education.
Uphold infection-prevention practices and unit policies, and ensure a safe environment of care.
Complete accurate nursing notes and patient charges in the EHR.
Promote patient safety and welfare and promptly escalate concerns.
Participate in call rotation to support urgent and emergent cases.
Coordinate with physicians, anesthesia, and perioperative staff to ensure safe preparation, monitoring, recovery, and handoff.

Benefits

Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Basic life insurance and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over five years.
Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB), accruing based on service years.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
On-site wellness center and discounted Planet Fitness membership.
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.