Amergis
Travel Endoscopy RN
Amergis, New London, Connecticut, us, 06320
The Endoscopy RN will be responsible for planning and administering care of the patient undergoing diagnostic Endoscopy procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Applies the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of the patient undergoing a diagnostic endoscopyAssess physical, psychological, psychosocial and educational needs of the patientProvides patient with explanations of procedures and treatmentsDemonstrates awareness and respects all patient's rights, privacy and confidentialityTreats all patients with dignity and respectAssists physician with all endoscopy procedures including colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, EGD, PEG tube placement, and ERCPFollows facility guidelines in the assessment, care and evaluation of the patient receiving conscious sedationDocuments assessment, administration and patient's response to conscious sedation according to facility policy and procedureMonitors and documents each intervention during the endoscopy procedureDemonstrates safety and accuracy in the administration, monitoring and documentation of all treatments, medications, and IV therapiesProvides a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for the patientResponds immediately and appropriately to emergencies or acute changes in patient statusProvides Pathologist and other medical team members with accurate and complete information regarding specimen collectionAdheres to and applies all principles of infection control during endoscopic procedures, with the disinfection and sterilization of equipment, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and disposing of biomedical/hazardous wasteEnsures appropriate care, maintenance and safe handling of scopes at all timesApplies cautery-grounding pad appropriatelyAdheres to facility guidelines in use of gluteraldehyde/SterisAssures Endoscopy Department Discharge Criteria are met before discharging patientEnsures the discharge process provides continuing care based on the assessed needs of the patient and communicates explicit time/action discharge instructions using simple terminologyEffectively communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team and patient's family when appropriate to address patient's needs and generate safe patient outcomes
Minimum Requirements:
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state in which he/she practicesOne (1) year experience in a GI/Endo lab within the last three years preferredComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable to job siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Applies the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of the patient undergoing a diagnostic endoscopyAssess physical, psychological, psychosocial and educational needs of the patientProvides patient with explanations of procedures and treatmentsDemonstrates awareness and respects all patient's rights, privacy and confidentialityTreats all patients with dignity and respectAssists physician with all endoscopy procedures including colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, EGD, PEG tube placement, and ERCPFollows facility guidelines in the assessment, care and evaluation of the patient receiving conscious sedationDocuments assessment, administration and patient's response to conscious sedation according to facility policy and procedureMonitors and documents each intervention during the endoscopy procedureDemonstrates safety and accuracy in the administration, monitoring and documentation of all treatments, medications, and IV therapiesProvides a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for the patientResponds immediately and appropriately to emergencies or acute changes in patient statusProvides Pathologist and other medical team members with accurate and complete information regarding specimen collectionAdheres to and applies all principles of infection control during endoscopic procedures, with the disinfection and sterilization of equipment, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and disposing of biomedical/hazardous wasteEnsures appropriate care, maintenance and safe handling of scopes at all timesApplies cautery-grounding pad appropriatelyAdheres to facility guidelines in use of gluteraldehyde/SterisAssures Endoscopy Department Discharge Criteria are met before discharging patientEnsures the discharge process provides continuing care based on the assessed needs of the patient and communicates explicit time/action discharge instructions using simple terminologyEffectively communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team and patient's family when appropriate to address patient's needs and generate safe patient outcomes
Minimum Requirements:
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state in which he/she practicesOne (1) year experience in a GI/Endo lab within the last three years preferredComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable to job siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.