ASC Endoscopy Registered Nurse - ARD (Part-Time 27/hrs week)

Springfield Clinic; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Clinic is seeking an Endoscopy Registered Nurse to manage Admit, Recovery, and Discharge (ARD) during endoscopic procedures. You will deliver high-quality nursing care, ensure patient safety, and support families through the pre-operative and recovery phases.

Responsibilities include completing pre-operative assessments, administering IV therapy, educating patients and families, documenting care, and coordinating with physicians to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Illinois RN license required.
• ACLS certification within 90 days of employment and CPR within 30 days of hire.
• 3-5 years of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and assist with changing into appropriate attire.
• Complete pre-operative assessments and document findings.
• Administer pre-operative orders including medications and IV therapy.
• Provide pre-operative education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with healthcare team regarding patient status and needs.
• Assess and support patients throughout recovery.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Complete recovery documentation and records.
• Discharge patients with home-care instructions and education materials.
• Cross-train in additional clinical areas as needed.
• Provide orientation and training to new staff.
• Collaborate with physicians to optimize outcomes.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Monitor vital signs and ensure patient safety.
• Document patient information and procedure logs.
• Participate in QA and adhere to Infection Control and OSHA standards.
• Respond to emergencies and assist with critical interventions.
• Use clinic systems effectively.
• Restock supplies and maintain logs.
• Check crash carts, defibrillators, and medications.

Skills

Emotional control

Professional behavior

Manual dexterity

Stamina/Endurance

Team collaboration

Education

RN license in Illinois

ACLS certification

CPR certification

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

3-5 years nursing experience (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

The Endoscopy Registered Nurse - Admit, Recovery, Discharge (ARD) is responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care to patients throughout the admission, procedural, and recovery phases of endoscopic procedures. This role ensures patient safety, comfort, and positive clinical experience.

Job Relationships

• Reports to the Manager of Operations

Principal Responsibilities

• Greet patients and assist with changing into appropriate attire.
• Complete comprehensive pre-operative assessments and document findings accurately.
• Administer pre-operative orders including medications and IV therapy.
• Provide pre-operative education to patients and their families or support persons.
• Collaborate with members of the healthcare team regarding patient status and needs.
• Assess, monitor, and support patients throughout recovery.
• Administer ordered medications and treatments.
• Complete all applicable recovery documentation and records.
• Prepare patients for discharge and provide home-care instructions and education materials.
• Discharge patients to a responsible adult as ordered by the proceduralist, in accordance with established guidelines.
• Cross-train and assist in additional clinical areas as needed to meet patient and operational needs.
• Provide orientation and training to new department staff.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized facility environment.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety, including monitoring vital signs and administering medications as ordered.
• Document patient information, procedure logs, and required forms accurately and promptly.
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives and adhere to Infection Control, OSHA, and organizational standards.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and assist with critical interventions.
• Use Springfield Clinic computers, phones, and multiple software systems appropriately and proficiently.
• Restock clinical supplies daily and maintain daily/weekly/monthly electronic logs.
• Perform daily checks on crash carts, defibrillators, and medications, ensuring all equipment is functional.
• Complete pre-procedure and post-procedure patient phone calls as needed.
• Comply with incident reporting policies and uphold Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Three to five (3-5) years of nursing experience preferred.

Licenses/Certificates

• Licensure as an RN in the State of Illinois.
• ACLS certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 90 days of employment.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment and adjust to various personalities and situations.
• Must maintain professional behavior.
• Possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances.
• Capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting, and twisting.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods.
• Must appear well groomed.

Working Environment

• Conditions include exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue and contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials.
• Occasional heavy lifting required.

PHI/Privacy Level

• HIPAA1