Endoscopy RN

Summary

• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

  • Provides skilled, effective nursing care to assigned patients by accurate assessment and identification of patient`s and patient`s family needs followed by appropriate and timely intervention and assessment of the effectiveness of the intervention. Plans and carries out timely and effective discharge planning. Participates in pre-procedure care planning and post-procedure needs assessments. Participates in departmental quality and safety program activities. Documentation reflects the above accurately for others on the health care team.

• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

  • Samaritan Endoscopy Center is an outpatient center offering comprehensive endoscopic procedures. Our spacious procedure rooms are equipped with the most advanced endoscopy equipment available. The center offers a patient-focused environment with an emphasis on comfort, safety and thoroughness.

• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

  • Current unencumbered Oregon RN License required.

  • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.

  • ACLS required within 90 days of hire.

  • GI/Endoscopy experience preferred.

  • Two (2) years experience in an acute care setting preferred.

• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • Patient Care:
    Possess the skills and knowledge needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and/or behavioral conditions. Ability to recognize symptoms, understand drug properties and interactions, and employ treatments and preventive health-care measures.

  • Customer Service:
    Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

  • Time Management:
    Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

  • Team Building:
    Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

  • Conflict resolution:
    Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.

• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Rarely
    (1 - 10% of the time)

    Occasionally
    (11 - 33% of the time)

    Frequently
    (34 - 66% of the time)

    Continually
    (67 – 100% of the time)

    CLIMB - STAIRS

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs

    SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

    KNEEL (on knees)

    SIT

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

    CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds

    SQUAT Repetitive

    ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

    REACH
    - Upward

    STAND

    WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

    CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    BEND FORWARD at waist

    ROTATE TRUNK Standing

    REACH
    - Forward

    MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

    FINGER DEXTERITY

    PINCH Fingers

    GRASP Hand/Fist

    PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

    PULL (0-20 pounds force)

    None specified