Registered Nurse-Endoscopy

Renown-Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 53,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Renown Health in Reno, NV seeks an Endoscopy Registered Nurse for our Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Center to provide pre/post procedural care with the care team. The role focuses on patient safety, quality, and satisfaction, following Nevada Board of Nursing standards.

The position requires active RN license in Nevada, BLS, and ACLS/PALS within 6 months, plus strong documentation and clinical judgment in a fast-paced ASC setting.

Qualifications

• English reading, writing and speaking proficient.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or healthcare preferred.
• Nevada RN license required or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Functions independently as Pre/Post Procedural RN in ASC.
• Admits and discharges patients using standard protocols.
• Records patient history and assessments in the medical record.
• Starts saline lock and administers medications per MD.
• Educates patients and families on GI symptom management.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Clinical judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Nursing

Salary Range: $38.22 - $55.65

Biweekly Hours: 20

Purpose:

The Endoscopy RN practices in the Outpatient Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). They provide quality nursing care by working with the patients care team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patients before and after endoscopy procedures. The Endoscopy RN is focused on patient care, safety, and quality, and aims to achieve a high level of patient satisfaction. They follow all practice standards per the Nevada Board of Nursing and implement the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards of the American Nurses Association. They uphold the Mission, Vision, and Values of Renown Health and all policies and procedures. They are confident, competent, and independent working with patients and families in the ASC setting.

Nature and Scope:

80% of time commitment

1. Functions independently as a Pre/Post Procedural RN.
2. Efficiently follows standard protocols for admitting and discharging patients from the ASC.
3. Use clinical judgement to assess and prioritize patients' needs and build personal plans of care.
4. Records patients' medical history and associated assessments in the medical record.
5. Starts saline lock and administers medications at the direction of the MD.
6. Educate patients and families on GI symptom management and GI diagnosis.
7. Ability to anticipate the needs of the physician, RN, and department.
8. Takes direction from clinic leadership.
9. Has an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of nursing in the ASC.
10. Delegates to other members of the interdisciplinary team.
11. Trusted to follow all procedures and protocols in the endoscopy unit 100% of the time.
12. Is an active participant in quality and safety initiatives.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES & JOB FUNCTIONS: 20% of time commitment

1. Consistently demonstrates a high level of professional communication with ALL members of the healthcare team.
2. Consistently supports and carries out Renown's Mission, Vision, and Values.
3. Assists and supports system initiatives.
4. Other duties as assigned. May include, but is not limited to, cross-training to other roles in the department, stocking/maintaining supplies, managing emergency equipment and emergent patient needs.
5. This position does/does not provide patient care. This position does provide patient care

Minimum Qualifications:

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Name Description

Education: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively. Bachelor's degree in nursing, healthcare or related field preferred.

Experience: Successful completion of all competencies, and training programs in the endoscopy unit. Previous RN experience is preferred, but new graduate RN's will also be considered.

License(s): Ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Registered Nurse license.

Certification(s): Current BLS certification by AHA standards required at time of hire. Ability to obtain ACLS and PALS within 6 months of hire.

Computer / Typing: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Disclaimer:

The foregoing description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Actual salary offered may vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to, an individual's location and their knowledge, skills, and experience as well as internal equity.