Registered Nurse, RN |Endoscopy

Hillsboro Medical Center; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $15,000

Equal employment opportunity

Job summary

Hillsboro Medical Center seeks an experienced Endoscopy RN to deliver high-quality care during endoscopy procedures in our Center. You will assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, ensuring safety and accuracy in documentation.

Requires ADN with at least 2 years ICU/PACU RN or 1 year Endoscopy RN/Tech experience; Oregon RN license, BLS, and ACLS per policy; BSN preferred. Relocation assistance up to $15,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing is required.
• BSN/MSN preferred for career advancement.
• Oregon RN license in good standing and ACLS within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care for Endoscopy patients.
• Administer medications per physician orders and sedation policy.
• Monitor and document care during Moderate Sedation.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Prepare Endoscopy procedures and assist physicians.
• Participate in staff development and continued learning.
• Provide pre/post-procedure patient education.

Skills

Moderate Sedation

English fluency

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Computer skills

Prioritizes effectively

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Bachelor or Master of Science in Nursing

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Relocation Assistance available up to $15,000. Pay range: $49.34/hr - $74.08/hr.

Ensures the delivery of quality nursing care for patients undergoing Endoscopy procedures in accordance with age-related and individual needs, physician’s orders, hospital policy, standards of care and nursing practice. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care. Participates in self-development activities to advance and maintain current knowledge and skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performed majority of the time:

• Maintains the Endoscopy Center’s endoscopic equipment, accessories and supplies as directed by manufacturer to ensure proper use, function, and infection control practice (Primary RN).
• Administers medication as ordered by physician, following the Moderate Sedation policy and monitoring procedures (Primary RN).
• Safely monitors and documents care of patients undergoing Moderate Sedation in accordance with policy and procedure and guidelines of care.
• Assures all documentation on medical records is accurate and complete at all times.
• Supports and assists the physicians with care of the patient in the Endoscopy Center.
• Participates in “standby call” according to department policy.
• Safely monitors and documents care of patients undergoing Moderate Sedation in accordance with policy and procedure and guidelines of care.
• Provides opportunity for patients to express any psychological or social needs or concerns.
• Make available hospital resources to offer support for any stated needs or concerns.
• Coordinates and prepares for Endoscopy procedures performed in the Endoscopy Center, intensive care unit, radiology department, surgical rooms and various nursing units.
• Identifies potential staffing problems associated with patient’s changing needs and notified nurse manager to facilitate continuity of patient care.
• Uses cost effective measures in the delivery of patient care.
• Participates in product evaluation and standardization of supplies.
• Effectively manages utilization of supplies.
• Protects equipment from damage or misuse and reports damage, misuse and/or malfunction to manager.
• Identifies and communicates changes in patient status to the physician.
• Performs basic patient education related to pre & post Endoscopy Center procedural period.

Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job:

• Participates in educational programs.
• Participates in staff development activities for unit.
• Participates in nursing in-services, conferences, and designated meetings to ensure professional growth.
• Functions as preceptor to new staff.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Required

Education

• Associates Degree in Nursing.

Preferred

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Nursing.

Required

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of ICU or PACU RN experience, or 1 year of Endoscopy RN or Endoscopy Technician experience required.

Preferred

• N/A

Required

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

• Current and unencumbered licensure as registered nurse by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.
• American Heart Association Healthcare ACLS required within 90 days of hire.

Preferred

• CGRN certification

Required

Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors

• Moderate Sedation Competency within 90 days of hire
• Computer skills sufficient to send/receive emails, navigate Information Technology associated with position as well as Electronic Health Records required.
• Fluency in oral and written English.
• Ability to interact and communicate with interdisciplinary team and patients/family in a positive and effective manner.
• Adapts to change in work environment in a professional and efficient manner.
• Prioritizes effectively and delivers care with efficiency.

Preferred

• Bilingual skills a plus.

Additional Posting Information

Hillsboro Medical Center believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. Recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, working conditions, training, and compensation will be based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, creed, national origin, marital status, family relationship, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. We further commit ourselves to continuing the practical application of this policy in our daily business conduct.

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