RN-Endoscopy - OLGMC GI Lab - PRN

Ochsner Health • Lafayette, LA

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About The Position

The RN-Endoscopy acts as a leader in patient care, using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Code for Nurses, and the Scope & Standards of Practice. The nurse delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members; is accountable for quality patient outcomes; and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. The role supports unit and department strategic goals and demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability while supporting the company’s nursing philosophy.

The nurse assesses patient and family learning needs and provides appropriate education, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, manages nursing resources, and uses data and information to promote optimal outcomes. The role adapts communication and care to each patient population, including respecting privacy and obtaining permissions. Work is performed in a patient-care environment with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste.

Requirements

• Registered nurse diploma.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Certification in a clinical specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Use the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assess learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate to patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicate, delegate, and manage nursing team resources appropriately, and serve as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Use data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Support customer satisfaction, employee morale, and improvement in the nursing profession.
• Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, and requesting permissions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED