Endoscopy RN: Expert Pre/Post Care & Team Leader

AmSurg Corp; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

AmSurg Corp in Cincinnati is seeking a registered nurse with an active, unrestricted license to join our ambulatory surgery center team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of nursing experience, CPR and/or ACLS-PALS certifications, and a solid commitment to patient care and safety.

The role responsibilities include following center policies, preparing patients for procedures, assisting with intra- and post-operative care, maintaining sterile technique, and collaborating with the

Qualifications

• RN with active license, no restrictions (license in appropriate state).
• Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing.
• One year of nursing experience, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center.
• CPR and/or ACLS-PALS certifications (as required by Center).
• Strong ethical and moral character references.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Follows all policies and procedures of the Center.
• Uses equipment effectively following manufacturer’s instruction for use.
• Uses proper techniques and procedures according to accepted standards of practice.
• Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively.
• Continuously assess and monitor the physical and emotional status of the patient and documents and reports.
• Using two patient identifiers to assure correct patient and procedure identification.
• Addresses patient needs specific to the anticipated procedure.
• Transports patients, as needed, observing policies, procedures and safety requirements.
• Verifies and explains procedure with the patient and discusses plan of care prior to transporting to procedure.
• Provides comfort and reassurance to each patient.
• Maintains patients privacy and dignity.
• Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to provide safe continuity of patient care.
• Actively participates as a team member in support of the total endoscopy process.
• Organizes time, activities, equipment, supplies and personnel to provide efficient, cost effective patient care.
• Delegates activities appropriate to the abilities of available staff members.
• Supervises and directs patient care in pre, intra and post-op.
• Reviews patient’s medical record and needs to provide continuity of care in collaboration with other members of the healthcare team and communicates variances.
• Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time.
• Assists with supplies, drugs and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability; maintains order and cleanliness of pre procedure area(s), endoscopy room and PACU.
• Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare for the patient in their assigned area according to requirements of the patient, physician and procedure.
• Assembling and providing functions equipment, supplies and instruments including sterilization and high level disinfection of supplies and equipment.
• Administers medication(s) per order of the physician and documents appropriately.
• Monitors and reports any abnormal observed complications to the anesthesia provider and physician.
• Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction, following policy and procedures.
• Documents in the patient’s medical record and other forms accurately, legibly and timely in a timely manner, following policies and procedures.
• Proper aseptic and sterile techniques are used according to acceptable standards of practice – monitors and identifies breaks in sterile technique.
• Demonstrates ongoing competencies with patient assessment and appropriate interventions when variances occur.
• Assesses each patient for fall precautions and addresses per policy.
• Successfully able to start patient peripheral IV.
• Participates in the time out and uses the Safe Surgical checklist.
• Works collaboratively with healthcare team to ensure physician preference cards are maintained and updated as needed.
• Handles and logs tissue specimens correctly and accurately according to policy and procedures.
• Ensures the appropriate and safe positioning of the patient meeting patient needs and the planned procedure and monitors throughout the procedure.
• Monitors and assess patient for recovery from anesthesia.
• Prepares patient for discharge to include: assisting with dressing, discharge instructions, medication reconciliation and follow-up physician appointment with patient and responsible adult.
• Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications for seeking emergent care.
• Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the procedure and type of anesthesia.
• Attends all required education.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

RN

Active license

ACLS/PALS

CPR certification

One year nursing experience

Computer skills

Accredited School of Nursing

Education

Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing

Job description

AmSurg Corp in Cincinnati is seeking a registered nurse with an active, unrestricted license to join our ambulatory surgery center team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of nursing experience, CPR and/or ACLS-PALS certifications, and a solid commitment to patient care and safety.

The role responsibilities include following center policies, preparing patients for procedures, assisting with intra- and post-operative care, maintaining sterile technique, and collaborating with the