Endoscopy RN - Day Shift, Preop & Patient Care

Howard University Hospital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 51,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Recognition and rewards for expertise

Competitive health, disability, leave,

403B retirement plan

HRSA Loan Forgiveness eligible

Job summary

Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Registered Nurse - Endoscopy to provide patient-centered perioperative care. The role includes preoperative assessment, IV insertion, and collaboration with the health care team to meet patient goals.

The position requires nursing licensure in DC, BLS and ACLS certifications, and at least 12 months of acute care experience, preferably in preoperative or endoscopy settings.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the District of Columbia.
• Maintains active American Heart Association Basic Life Support BLS certification.
• Maintains active American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with patient/family and health care team to determine health goals and interventions.
• Maintains awareness of unit statistics and participates in activities that improve care quality.
• Provides nursing care consistent with unit policies and standards.
• Serves as charge nurse after 6 month orientation and with nurse manager approval.
• Participates in unit performance improvement programs.
• Identifies patient care requirements by establishing rapport with patients and families.
• Provides emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients and families.
• Promotes patient independence by teaching and guiding patients and families.
• Adheres to infection-control, medication storage, and regulatory standards to ensure quality of care.
• Maintains supplies inventory and anticipates needed materials.
• Demonstrates competency in clinical skills, bedside manner, infection control, and teamwork.
• Provides preoperative care including patient assessment, IV insertion, and procedure prep.

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Howard University Hospital in Washington, DC is seeking a Registered Nurse - Endoscopy to provide patient-centered perioperative care. The role includes preoperative assessment, IV insertion, and collaboration with the health care team to meet patient goals.

The position requires nursing licensure in DC, BLS and ACLS certifications, and at least 12 months of acute care experience, preferably in preoperative or endoscopy settings.