Registered Nurse-Hourly

AmSurg; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Wayne, New Jersey is seeking a Per diem Registered Nurse to provide high-quality perioperative nursing care during outpatient endoscopic procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills, effective communication, and at least one year of experience in an ambulatory surgery center or endoscopy environment. Availability for at least 2 shifts per month, including weekends, is required. This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program.
• NJ State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) required.
• Certification in Gastroenterology Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients before and after endoscopic procedures.
• Serve as a circulating nurse in the procedure room.
• Ensure accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Administer medications following physician orders.

Skills

strong clinical skills

excellent communication

teamwork abilities

basic computer skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

NJ State licensure as a Registered Nurse

BLS/ACLS certification

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Job description

North Jersey Gastroenterology Endoscopy Center is seeking a Per diem Registered Nurse to join our team. The Endoscopy RN will provide high-quality perioperative nursing care to patients undergoing outpatient endoscopic procedures. The ideal candidate has strong clinical skills, excellent communication and teamwork abilities, and experience working in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients before, during, and after endoscopic procedures.
• Serve as a circulating nurse in the procedure room.
• Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies for upper endoscopy, colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy.
• Collaborate with gastroenterologists, anesthesia providers, nurses, and endoscopy technicians to ensure safe patient care.
• Monitor patient condition and ensure patient safety during procedures.
• Ensure accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Educate patients and families on pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Follow infection control, safety, and ASC protocols.
• Uses equipment effectively following manufacturer’s instruction for use
• Uses proper techniques and procedures according to accepted standards of practice
• Assists with inventory of supplies, drugs, and equipment to maintain availability and stock levels in the admission area
• Maintains order and cleanliness of Pre Op/Admitting area
• Actively participates as a team member in support of the total pre-anesthesia care process
• Per Center Policy, uses two patient identifiers, identifies and validates the patient and procedure to be performed
• Administers medications following physician orders and standards of care
• Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time

Position Qualifications

• Required: Graduate of an accredited or state board of nursing approved Registered/Professional Nursing program (AAS RN)
• Required: NJ State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Required: BLS/ACLS
• Ambulatory surgery center or endoscopy experience: 1 year
• Demonstrates basic computer skills
• Preferred: Certification in Gastroenterology Nursing or related field
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• This position requires availability for no less than 2 shifts per month with at least one being a weekend shift (630a-1230p)

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