RN - ASC/Endoscopy (Full-Time)

The Iowa Clinic•West Des Moines, IA

About The Position

The Iowa Clinic is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for its Endoscopy department. The RN provides professional nursing services to patients of assigned physicians, following established nursing practice standards and applicable medical office or hospital procedures. The role may include assisting in the clinic as scheduled, supporting patients through admission, monitoring, procedures, and recovery, scheduling as needed, and providing patient education. The nurse assesses patient care needs, assists providers with triage and initial care planning, monitors cardiac rhythms and vital signs, supports patients receiving procedures with conscious sedation, provides sedation under physician guidance, conducts discharge teaching, and returns patient calls.

Requirements

Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Iowa.
Must obtain ACLS within 90 days of employment.
Knowledge of nursing techniques, procedures, medical diagnoses, and treatments.
Exceptional patient technical skills.
Ability to prepare and maintain records.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Positive, team-oriented attitude.
Ability to assist physicians in a professional manner.

Nice To Haves

Experience with cardiac monitoring is preferred.
A desire for a meaningful, fulfilling career.
Enjoys exceeding people’s expectations, having fun at work, and forming meaningful connections.

Responsibilities

Provide professional nursing services to patients of assigned physicians in accordance with nursing practice standards and applicable procedures.
Assist in the clinic as scheduled, including supporting patients through admission, monitoring, procedures, and recovery.
Schedule as needed and participate in patient education.
Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ care needs.
Assess, care for, and recover patients undergoing procedures with conscious sedation.
Assist providers with patient triage, identify nursing diagnoses or problem lists, and formulate an initial plan of care based on assessment data.
Monitor cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and level of consciousness.
Provide sedation under physician guidance.
Conduct discharge teaching regarding procedures.
Return patient calls and help ensure patients feel valued and cared for.

Benefits

401(k) program with employer match and profit sharing.
Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success.
Generous PTO accruals.
Paid holidays.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Quarterly volunteer opportunities through local nonprofits.
Training and development programs.
Employee events and activities, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, an employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, an annual holiday party, and drive-in movie night.
Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days, and clinic-wide competitions.
Employee rewards and recognition program.
Health and wellness program with up to $350 per year in incentives.
Employee feedback surveys.
All-employee meetings, team huddles, and transparent communication.