Clinical Nurse RN - GI Lab Lakewood Medical Center

Clinical Nurse RN - GI Lab Lakewood Medical Center 101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location:

UH Lakewood Medical Center Kansas City, Missouri

Department: GI Lab UHLMC

Position Type:
Full time

Work Schedule:

7:30AM - 4:00PM

Hours Per Week: 40

A Registered Nurse who assists in the assessment and care of patients undergoing gastroenterology procedures, including pre-procedure, intra-procedure and post procedural care. Assists in endoscopic procedures as well as other GI procedures to include liver biopsies, anorectal and esophageal manometry, 24 hour ph, pill cam and paracentesis. Provides moderate sedation if needed. Follow established standards and practices under the direction of a gastroenterologist.

Sets up equipment for procedural being performed, obtains and records patient data, and assesses patient during these procedures and delivers therapy. The Registered Nurse is required to be a part of team on call for emergency procedures after hours, weekends, and holidays. Initiates emergency interventions as appropriate. Ensures appropriate care, cleaning and maintenance of all equipment.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or ADN.
• Current state of Missouri license as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BCLS and ACLS.
• Ability to perform independently in critical situations.
• Minimum of 2 years critical care or related experience (ICU, CCU, GI, PACU or Emergency Department).

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