RN, Per Diem - GI, West Valley OR
About The Position
Pre-procedure Preparation - Assess and prepare patients for endoscopic and other GI procedures, including reviewing of medical history, allergies, and ensuring informed consent is obtained. Assistance during procedure - Assist physicians and GI techs by anticipating needs and maintaining sterile environment. Post Procedure care - provide recovery care, monitor for complications, educate patients and families on post procedure instructions. Equipment handling - participate in setting up, operate and cleaning of equipments according to protocols, ensure proper functioning and maintenance. Documentation - Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including assessment, medications administered, procedural details, and recovery status. Collaboration - Work closely with the procedural team including physicians, techs and other RNs to ensure efficient workflow and optimal patient outcomes. Emergency response - respond promptly to emergencies according to protocol. Infection Control and safety - Adhere to strict infection control policies and safety standards to maintain a clean and safe environment. Flexibility - adapt quickly to the needs of a procedure based-unit, providing high-quality care on as as needed, per diem basis.
Requirements
- Current valid California RN License
- BSN required
- 2 years of previous GI RN experience (hospital setting preferred) required
- BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart association required
- ACLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- Flexible and able to take required call.
Responsibilities
- Assess and prepare patients for endoscopic and other GI procedures
- Assist physicians and GI techs by anticipating needs and maintaining sterile environment
- Provide recovery care, monitor for complications, educate patients and families on post procedure instructions
- Participate in setting up, operate and cleaning of equipments according to protocols, ensure proper functioning and maintenance
- Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including assessment, medications administered, procedural details, and recovery status
- Work closely with the procedural team including physicians, techs and other RNs to ensure efficient workflow and optimal patient outcomes
- Respond promptly to emergencies according to protocol
- Adhere to strict infection control policies and safety standards to maintain a clean and safe environment
- Adapt quickly to the needs of a procedure based-unit, providing high-quality care on as as needed, per diem basis
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
