STAFF NURSE UNION, RN - ENDOSCOPY

Aultman Health Foundation•Alliance, OH

About The Position

The Endoscopy Registered Nurse assists in the nursing care of patients having upper and/or lower Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy, and Special Procedures in both the Center for Digestive Health and Inpatient ESP1. The nurse functions independently in the pre procedure, procedure and post-procedure Endoscopy and Special Procedure areas and the Inpatient Endoscopy and Bronchoscopy (ESP1) areas.

Requirements

Registered Nurse currently licensed by the Ohio State Board of Nursing.
The Charge Nurse must have worked in Endoscopy Unit for at least 3 years and must have experience assisting with all the departmental quality projects with an understanding of how to complete them independently.
The Charge Nurse is responsible for knowledge of departmental, equipment, and Provation troubleshooting.
Maintains current B.L.S./A.C.L.S. certification. Casual Part Time RNs not assigned to on call are exempt from the A.C. L.S. requirement.
Joins and maintains membership in O.N.A. and the Alliance Local Unit of O.N.A. within 31 days of employment.
Must be computer literate to complete task(s) as required. Such as Meditech (Hospital Support Software), Halogen (performance appraisal system), Relias (education system), ability to retrieve e-mails, complete online enrollment for health insurance/benefits and any other programs, as assigned.
Able to stand/walk for up to 7.75 hours per shift.
Able to bend to reach items on floor, bedside level, and stretch to reach overhead.
Tall enough to be able to reach over a bed far enough to give care and turn patients.
Able to lift 50 lbs. intermittently, unassisted.
Able to move and ambulate patients, using good body mechanics, unassisted.
Ability to see clearly and hear normal speaking voices.
Able to communicate verbally interpersonally, and over the telephone in a clear speech.
Able to wear personal protective equipment for an extended timeperiod, as necessary (i.e., mask, gown, goggles, PAPR, if indicated, etc.).

Responsibilities

Registers patients for outpatient procedures correctly and in a timely manner if needed in the absence of the Registration Desk Clerk.
Performs and documents all pre-procedure and post procedure phone calls appropriately on required form. Performs required screenings.
Provides pre-procedure education for all patients.
Completes log for all postoperative calls that need follow up intervention.
Ensures care of the patient through proper identification of the patient, correct procedure, site and allergies.
Monitors patient pre-intra, and post procedure per policy and documents findings in medical record.
Documents patient care in a complete, clear, and concise manner.
Prepares patient for procedure by performing patient assessment, IV start, and administration of any ordered medications.
Ensures that required forms and tests results are on the patient's chart for the time of procedure.
Appropriately discharges patients ensuring accurate discharge instructions/prescriptions and patient education.
Cross trains to Same Day Surgery when assigned.
Serves as preceptor to orient all new Endoscopy colleagues when assigned per Endoscopy orientation policy and checklists.
Serves on committees as assigned by Perioperative Coordinator/ or Director of Surgical Services.
Communicates with Perioperative Coordinator/Educator, Director and Physicians to facilitate daily procedure schedule.
Participates in Nursing Council meetings and completes all assigned projects.
Responsible for checking emails and online learning assignments (Relias) on a regular basis.
Assists in writing policy and procedures and competencies for department using evidence-based research.
Takes call on a rotational basis as assigned by the Perioperative Coordinator/Educator or Director.
Performs and documents all required departmental cleaning utilizing cleaning checklist.
Performs and documents all required departmental safety checklists.
All other duties as assigned by the Director within legal limit.
Sets up procedure room with all necessary supplies and equipment independently.
Assists physician with Endoscopy, Bronchoscopy, and Special Procedures through:
Use of proper clean and or sterile technique.
Assists Anesthesiologist or CNRA as needed.
In the absence of Anesthesia Department personnel, administers Moderate Sedation only under the direct supervision of a physician, if indicated.
Demonstrates proper use of patient care equipment, computers, and printers.
Follows established guidelines for operating and cleaning scopes and equipment.
Accurately and appropriately prepares and documents specimens for the lab per policy.
Appropriately documents procedure and prints pictures when necessary.
Reviews Staffing daily, ensuring adequate staffing while avoiding overstaffing to maximize financial savings for the hospital.
Completes daily staffing assignments for the next day's schedule.
Checks daily schedules for changes and makes adjustments as needed.
Monitors and reduces end of shift activities that result in overtime.
Maintains a constant vigilance over patient flow and communicates changes appropriately.
Ensures patient comfort and patient/family satisfaction by following customer service standards.
Accurately communicates patient care data to other members of the healthcare team.
Enters physician orders into Meditech for next day's cases.
Adds physicians and scopes into Provation as needed so patient family doctors can receive a report of the procedure.
Ensures H&P are in each chart for next day's cases.
Builds charts onto clipboards for next day's cases.
Accurately provides and delegates patient care and unit activities. Assures completion of duties within a timely manner.
Ensures checking/care and documentation of all equipment. Including, but not limited to:
Code Cart/Defibrillator/ Suction
Glucometer
Medication/ Patient Refrigerators
Omnicell Machine
Blanket Warmer
Eyewash station
Assists with orientation of new colleagues.
Coordinates patient and family teaching.
Assists with and provides input for colleague evaluations.
Assists with performance improvement projects:
a. Monthly statistics
b. Reprocessing log audits
c. 2-Week Call backs to Excision Patient for Infections
d. Completion of monthly safety checklists.
Performs yearly unit policy/competency review/revision.
Communicate suggestions for educational/competency needs and departmental improvements.
Participates in sub-committees and task forces giving suggestions for departmental improvements.
Performs daily charge verification.
The Charge Nurse is responsible for knowledge of departmental, equipment, and Provation troubleshooting.
Any other duties as assigned by the Director within legal limit.