Clinical Nurse RN - Lakewood GI Lab

University Health KC; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UH Lakewood Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, seeks a Clinical Nurse RN for the Lakewood GI Lab. The RN will assist in pre-, intra-, and post-procedural care for GI procedures, including endoscopy and biopsies, with a focus on patient safety and data collection.

Duties include equipment setup and potential emergency interventions. Requirements include BSN or ADN, MO RN license, BCLS and ACLS, and at least 2 years in critical care or related areas.

Qualifications

• Experience in critical care or related settings (ICU, CCU, GI, PACU, ED).
• Ability to perform independently in critical situations.
• Comfort with procedural support and data collection.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assessment and care of patients undergoing GI procedures.
• Prepare and assist with endoscopic and GI procedures, including biopsies.
• Deliver pre-, intra-, and post-procedural care and monitor patients.
• Set up equipment, record data, and ensure post-procedure safety.
• Participate in after-hours on-call coverage and emergency interventions.
• Maintain equipment cleaning and maintenance per standards.

Skills

Critical care

Endoscopy support

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Job description

Clinical Nurse RN – Lakewood GI Lab

UH Lakewood Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri.

Position Type: Full time | Work Schedule: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM | Hours Per Week: 40 | Department: GI Lab UHLMC

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. Follows established standards and practices under the direction of a gastroenterologist. Sets up equipment for procedures being performed, obtains and records patient data, and assesses patients during these procedures and delivers therapy. The Registered Nurse is required to be a part of the 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).