Endoscopy RN

• Location 2235 East Gala, Meridian, , 83642, United States
• Job Category Float
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Description

We are currently looking for highly skilled, motivated RNs interested in working in one of our three endoscopy centers located throughout the treasure valley: downtown Boise, Meridian, and our newest location in Nampa. We are a fast paced and team oriented ambulatory surgical center dedicated to providing exceptional patient care throughout their endoscopic procedures. We offer registered nurses an exciting and rewarding work environment in the specialized field of GI with on-the-job training for conscious sedation and countless other continuing education opportunities.

• No call, no weekends, and no major holidays
• Full-time employees are insured under IGA’s medical and dental plans at no cost to the employee
• Life insurance plan provided by IGA at no cost
• EAP provided
• Vision, STD, LTD, accidental insurance, and supplemental life insurance offered to all full-time employees
• PTO – Over 3 ½ weeks of Paid Time Off in the first year
• Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty
• 7 paid holidays per year (minimum)
• 401(k) Retirement plan – IGA contributes 5% of your wage

Work Location:

multiple locations.

Under the guidance of the registered nurse license, supervision of the physician, and in collaboration with other team members, the endoscopy RN is responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect care in all stages of the patient’s procedure plan during their stay at the endoscopy center in accordance with the nurse practice act, professional standards of care, state of Idaho, AAAHC accreditation standards and Idaho Gastroenterology’s philosophy, policies and procedures.

• Assess, evaluate, and accurately record the patient’s pre-procedure and post-procedure phases and all necessary patient care tasks involved in each of those phases
• Initiate emergency measures when necessary
• Communicate pertinent information to co-workers and report errors in a timely manner to the Endoscopy Director
• Accountable for administration of drugs, IV procedures, and other therapeutic measures in a safe and accurate manner and in accordance with physician’s orders.
• Provide a safe environment for the patient to prevent potential injury. Investigates and intervenes in problem situations, reporting appropriate information to the supervisor and documents the same
• Anticipate and assist with maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and medications.
• Provide patient teaching in all phases of their care (admission, procedure, and recovery) review discharge instructions with the patient, and then document the patient’s understanding in the EMR record
• Provide guidance to other staff members assisting with orientation
• Consult with the appropriate supervisor or physicians as needed
• Assist in crash cart maintenance and defibrillator checks, monitoring expiration dates and recalls
• Complete patient documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner using the designated EMR system
• Demonstrate ability to re-process scopes and troubleshoot issues. Maintains familiarity with function of scope and cleaning room
• Seek educational opportunities and accept responsibility for professional growth and development. Participate in in-service opportunities and staff meetings.
• Accept direction from supervisor and/or physicians and adhere to established procedures and policies
• Maintain professionalism:
  Approach others in a polite and tactful manner, maintain composure and react well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration, accept responsibility for own actions, and follow through on commitments.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment;
  Manage competing demands;
  Able to handle frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback; able to build morale among staff
• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly
• Maintain the…