Clinical Nurse RN - GI Lab

trumed; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking a Clinical Nurse RN for the GI Lab to provide comprehensive peri-procedural care.

The role requires 2+ years in critical care or related areas, MO RN license, BCLS/ACLS, and willingness to participate in on-call coverage after hours, weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Two years of critical care or related experience (ICU/CCU/GI/PACU/ED).
• Current Missouri RN license.
• Current BCLS and ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care for GI patients.
• Assist with endoscopic and GI procedures including liver biopsies, manometry, ph probe, pill cam, paracentesis.
• Prepare equipment, collect patient data, monitor during procedures, deliver therapies.

Skills

Critical care experience

Emergency response

Education

BSN or ADN

Missouri RN license

Job description

Clinical Nurse RN - GI Lab

Job Location

University Health Truman Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri

Department

GI Lab UHTMC

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

7:00AM - 5:30PM

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

A Registered Nurse who assists in the assessment and care of patients undergoing gastroenterology procedures, including pre-procedure, intra-procedure and post procedural care. Assists in endoscopic procedures as well as other GI procedures to include liver biopsies, anorectal and esophageal manometry, 24 hour ph, pill cam and paracentesis. Provides moderate sedation if needed. Follow established standards and practices under the direction of a gastroenterologist. Sets up equipment for procedural being performed, obtains and records patient data, and assesses patient during these procedures and delivers therapy. The Registered Nurse is required to be a part of team on call for emergency procedures after hours, weekends, and holidays. Initiates emergency interventions as appropriate. Ensures appropriate care, cleaning and maintenance of all equipment.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or ADN.
• Current state of Missouri license as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BCLS and ACLS.
• Ability to perform independently in critical situations.
• Minimum of 2 years critical care or related experience (ICU, CCU, GI, PACU or Emergency Department)