Registered Nurse - Endoscopy, Intermittent

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Indianapolis (IN)

On-site

USD 74,000 - 130,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis is recruiting for a Registered Nurse - Endoscopy.

The RN Endoscopy role is within the Gastroenterology department of Medicine Service, handling pre- and post-procedure care and coordinating patient transitions. Responsibilities include educating patients and families, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, maintaining endoscopy equipment, and supporting safe, efficient care.

Qualifications

Current RN license in any US state or territory.

Responsibilities

Coordinate care across the continuum and educate patients and families.
Administer and assist with endoscopy procedures and post-procedure care.
Promote safe transitions and support professional development.

Job description

Registered Nurse - Endoscopy, Intermittent

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center is recruiting for a Registered Nurse - Endoscopy. The Registered Nurse - Endoscopy will function within the Gastroenterology department of Medicine Service.

Key Responsibilities

Functions or Scope of Assigned Duties: The Endoscopy Registered Nurse (RN) executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, experience, and creative approaches to management of complex procedural care. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient transition through the continuum of patient care, patient and family education, patient self management after discharge, and supporting factors that impact customer satisfaction.

Collaborates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of policies, procedures, and/or guidelines. The Endoscopy RN delivers and manages the care of patients undergoing therapeutic and diagnostic endoscopy procedures including both inpatients and outpatients. Assesses the patients physical and mental status prior to procedures, educates on procedural and post-procedural care, and documents responses to interventions, findings, and reports any changes.

Partners with the patient, family, and interdisciplinary team to promote effective and safe transitions across the health care continuum, including the Veteran's goals of care. The Endoscopy RN provides peers with formal or informal constructive feedback for improvement. Fosters a safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals.

Evaluates outcomes of evidence-based decisions and practice changes for individuals, groups, and populations. Responsible for the documented outcomes at the program or service level. Program or service level outcomes must be broad and complex and can be demonstrated at any organizational level within a facility. The Endoscopy RN may function in several roles to include, pre-procedure assessments, post procedural recovery, and assisting physicians during procedures.

They maintain proficiency on the maintenance, cleaning, and preparation of endoscopy specific equipment. They recognize changes in patient care situations and initiates appropriate emergency situations. Adapts to changes in the daily schedule. May be assigned call in which the Endoscopy RN will follow all facility policies regarding response time.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm 10hr tours,1 reg day off, no call/weekend/holidays Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: Not AvailableVirtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $74102 – $130296/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-19.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.