Endoscopy RN (PRN)

Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital; Kentucky; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital is seeking an Endoscopy Registered Nurse (PRN) to deliver direct patient care in the endoscopy suite. The RN reports to the Operating Room Manager, Director of Nursing and the Administrator, with potential to act as Charge Nurse when the Endoscopy Manager is absent.

The role includes assisting physicians, preparing rooms and equipment, monitoring patients, providing education, and ensuring patient safety during procedures.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure required to practice as an Endoscopy RN.
• BLS certification is required; PALS and ACLS mandatory within six months of hire.
• Strong communication skills and ability to document clearly.
• Experience in endoscopy or procedural nursing is preferred.
• Physical stamina for mobility, lifting and supporting equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor the patient upon arrival in endoscopy.
• Assist physicians with procedures as scrub or circulator.
• Prepare endoscopy rooms, equipment and supplies.
• Provide patient education and document care plans.
• Monitor patient during the procedure and administer sedation as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Endoscopy

Registered Nurse (RN) License

BLS Certification

ACLS/PALS within 6 months

Communication skills

Job description

Endoscopy Registered Nurse (PRN)

We look forward to finding new team members with the commitment and talent to help us provide excellent care for our patients as the best quality, value and choice in the region. At Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital, our mission is to Elevate the Standard of Health Care in Our Community, and our core values guide the way we fulfill our mission. In service to each patient, we value quality, compassion, and care you can trust. The job description for the Endoscopy Registered Nurse incorporates the summary and responsibilities of the Registered Nurse job description and the specific duties listed below. The Endoscopy Staff Nurse is accountable and responsible for direct patient care in the endoscopy suite. The Endoscopy Staff Nurse reports to the Operating Room Manager, Director of Nursing and the Administrator. The Endoscopy Registered Nurse may act as Charge Nurse in the absence of the Endoscopy Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assessment and observation of the patient upon arrival in endoscopy.
• Formulate nursing diagnosis.
• Provide assessment documentation that reflects the full range of patient needs.
• Individualize the plan of care, based on patient assessment.
• Prepare endoscopy rooms, equipment, and supplies to accommodate the patient load.
• Assist physicians with procedures (role of scrub or circulator).
• Provide patient education.
• Monitor the patient before and during the procedure.
• Administer medications for sedation as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current licensure in this State (OH) as a Registered Nurse.
• Progressive work experience in Endoscopy Room which reflects current clinical skills
• Current BLS certification; PALS and ACLS mandatory within six (6) months date of hire.
• Competence in oral and written communication skills.
• Intermittent physical mobility/activity including walking, standing, sitting, light lifting, pulling and pushing of carts, equipment etc.