LPN Endoscopy Tech - OMCBR Endo

This job provides direct care to patients within the framework of the LPN Act under supervision of a registered nurse. Assists other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality of personalized patient care. Assists and collects bodily fluid specimens during endoscopic exams and procedures. Ensures appropriate handling and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

Required
- Graduate of accredited licensed practical nurse (LPN) program.

Preferred - 2 years of experience with advanced therapeutic endoscopy procedures.

OR certification in related area.

Required
- Current licensed practical nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.

Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.

• Working knowledge of radiation safety and image storage guidelines.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability) and travel throughout and between facilities.

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
• Assists with procedures, biopsies and specimen collection.
• Ensures cleanliness and disinfection of endoscopes and other pertinent equipment while maintaining quality control measures.
• Assists in the evaluation of progress toward expected outcomes on an ongoing basis and provides input in the revision of the plan of care.
• Provides care based on specific holistic age appropriate needs of patients served.
• Delegates and assigns appropriate task to unlicensed team members appropriately and within the scope of practice.
• Safely administers medication and prescribed therapies utilizing appropriate reference materials.
• Effectively adapts to change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit/department change.
• Prioritizes and implements nursing interventions to promote optimal outcomes.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature of the work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Maintains knowledge of current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. Maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. This job requires walking or standing to a significant degree and may involve pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.

The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.