Registered Nurse Endoscopy Center

We are seeking a Registered Nurse Endoscopy Center to join our team! You will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of assigned patients.

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Registered Nurse provides individualized and specialized nursing care to patients in the Endoscopy Center in accordance with the physician’s orders, recognized nursing techniques, legal aspects of current nurse practice within the state, the Center's policies and procedures. Functions cooperatively with physicians and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristics. Demonstrates initiative, insight, and judgment in the decision-making process.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION:

· Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

· Current state license to practice as a registered nurse.

· 2-3 years of experience preferred.

· Bi-lingual English/Spanish required.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Attention to detail.

· Must be able to comply with OSHA and HIPAA rules and regulations.

· Demonstrates skill in the use of personal computers, various programs, and applications required to competently execute job duties. Internet, document with Electronic Health Records and/or authorization system with minimal typing/spelling errors, send e-faxes and email.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES:

· Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred

ABILITIES/SKILLS:

· Demonstrates the ability to function in emergency situations.

· Basic computer skills to be able to recognize and understand our EMR System.

· Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task effectively.

· Strong people skills.

· Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

· Able to respect and maintain patient confidentiality at all times and comply with HIPAA Regulations.

· Must be dependable and conduct him/herself in a professional manner.

· Demonstrates understanding of emergency equipment and medications.

· Must be able to follow all safety and universal precautions.

· Able to demonstrate proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.

. Demonstrates skill in the use of personal computers, various programs, and applications required to competently execute job duties.

· Must be able to follow policies and procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

N/A

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: 

· Greets and escorts patients to the exam room.

· Identifies patients using two different identifiers.

· Verifies reason for the visit with the patient and obtains consent.

· Interviews patients, measures vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and documents all the information in the patient’s chart including current medications, and verifies allergies and medical history.

· Recognizes abnormal vital signs and reports these immediately to the physician.

· Performs the following test manometry, Amal rectal manometry, capsules, infusions, and bravos.

· Administers medication correctly and accurately as indicated by the physician.

· Communicates and documents nurses’ actions including administration of drugs or solutions.

· Provides physical comfort to the patient.

· Wears appropriate attire, gowns gloves, and mask according to policy.

· Escorts patient to the check-out area.

· Follow up with Specialty Pharmacy regarding any pending prescriptions authorizations.

· Assist patients with inquiries or concerns and ensure patients’ expectations are met.

· Follows up on patient callbacks before the end of the day.

· Completes tasks or actions assigned to him/her in a timely manner.

· Reports malfunction of medical equipment and safety issues to their supervisor.

· Disinfects and cleans patient exam rooms and keeps work area clean at all times.

· Stores medications and removes any expired medications.

· Responsible for informing their supervisor of any clinical supply needs.

· Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations (biomedical waste, handling, and disposal) for the practice as per regulations.

· Complies with HIPAA laws.

· Conducts all activities in a professional, polite, and courteous manner and abides by company policies and procedures.

· Perform any other duties as assigned by management.