Registered Nurse - Endoscopy

Cayuga Medical Center; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arnot Health's Endoscopy unit seeks a Registered Nurse to deliver patient-centered care during endoscopic procedures. The RN collaborates with the health care team, educates patients and families, and ensures safe, effective care with strong clinical judgment.

Required: NYS RN license or eligibility, BLS certification, and Endoscopy experience preferred. On-site, day/evening shifts with travel between St. Joseph and Arnot Hospital; per diem options available.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NYS license or eligible to obtain.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Endoscopy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with a variety of needs during endoscopic procedures.
• Educate patients and families and document care accurately.
• Collaborate with health care team to ensure safe, effective endoscopy care.
• Maintain current knowledge of department policies and standards.

Skills

BLS Certification

Endoscopy experience

Education

NYS Registered Nurse license

Job description

About Arnot HealthArnot Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services to the Southern Tier of New York and Northern Tier of Pennsylvania. Campuses include Arnot Ogden Medical Center and St. Joseph's Hospital in Elmira; Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital in Bath, NY; and over 40 medical offices in the Southern Tier. Arnot Health is currently affiliated with more than 300 physicians from 50+ specialties.Arnot Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong. At Arnot Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.Learn more at www.arnothealth.org .Registered Nurse Endoscopy The Endoscopy Registered Nurse provides specialized patient-centered care by assessing, monitoring, and supporting patients throughout endoscopic procedures. The RN collaborates with the healthcare team, delivers patient and family education, and ensures safe, effective care through strong clinical judgment, technical expertise, and accurate documentation.Roles and Responsibilities:Assess patients with a variety of needs. Use a person-centered care approach in the development of care, and effectively prioritize patient needs that are both expected and unanticipated.Demonstrate strong communication skills to interact with other health care professional and patients.Demonstrate competence and resourcefulness in the implementation of the technical skills required to care for the patient. Demonstrates initiative in remaining current in the organization and department policies, procedures, and standards.Evaluates effectiveness of care giving, shows follow through on delivery, demonstrates critical thinking skills by making appropriate clinical decisions, proactively addresses actual and potential problems, and executing compliant clinical documentation.Assist with educating patients and families and serves as a resource on department standards for patient care.Required Skills and Experience:Registered professional nurse with current NYS license or eligible to obtain.Basic Life Support (BLS) Required or obtained within 90 days of hirePreferred Skills and Experience:BSN preferredOne year of Endoscopy experiencePhysical Requirements:Appreciable physical effort required; lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving patients of various size, capabilities and abilities. Some lifting, reaching, and stooping. Required to be on feet much of the time.Location, Travel and Shift Requirements:Onsite at Arnot HealthTravel between St. Joseph and Arnot HospitalPer Diem Day/Evening no call or holidaysTen or twelve hour shifts between 6:30am-7:30pm.Pay Range Disclosure:Standard Rate of $46.50 per hour plus benefitsCentralus and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Centralus Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] .