RN Esc (4529) Endoscopy And Surgical Center

Lexington Clinic • Lexington, KY

2d

About The Position

The Endoscopy and Surgical Center Registered Nurse provides quality, safe, effective, and patient- and family-centered care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies. The role serves patients of all populations in procedural and surgical suites and other areas of perioperative services, and supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values. The RN reports to the Director of Nursing. Attendance is an essential function of the job.

Requirements

• Current licensure in the state as a Registered Nurse.
• At least one year of progressive work experience in an OR, Endoscopy, or Perioperative setting.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification within six months of the date of hire.
• Physical and mental health sufficient to meet the demands of the position.
• Ability to move, traverse, position oneself, remain stationary, and negotiate steps for up to eight hours per day.
• Ability to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds and push and/or pull patients or equipment up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to bend at the waist and kneel; lift, pull, and push carts and equipment; and stand for long periods.
• Visual acuity at 20 inches or less and ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Ability to coordinate eyes and hands quickly and accurately, manipulate small objects quickly and accurately, work with hands to turn and place objects in space, perceive objects accurately as to size, temperature, and texture, and meet auditory acuity requirements.
• Ability to work irregular hours and shifts longer than eight hours.
• Ability to work with exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions.

Nice To Haves

• Competence in oral and written communication.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care using the nursing process, the medical plan of care, and organizational policies.
• Provide safe, effective, and quality patient- and family-centered care in procedural and surgical suites and other perioperative services areas for all patient populations.
• Support the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed