RN - GI Lab

NKC Health; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NKC Health is seeking an experienced RN to join the GI/endoscopy team. You will collaborate with RNs, GI techs, CNAs, and anesthesia to deliver high-quality perioperative care for inpatients and outpatients.

Responsibilities include assisting with GI procedures such as EGD, colonoscopy, ERCP, EUS, and more, plus pre-/post-operative recovery with patient safety as a priority. Rotations and in-house education support career growth.

Qualifications

• One year medical/surgical experience required; critical care, PACU, or GI endoscopy experience strongly preferred.
• RN license in Missouri and BLS/ACLS certifications required; CGRN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under the direction of the department director/supervisors/charge nurse.
• Assist with advanced GI procedures including EGD, colonoscopies, ERCP, EUS, manometry, Fibro Scan, PillCam, and HALO.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative recovery care with emphasis on patient safety and comfort.
• Rotate through all areas of GI to gain diverse experience and participate in tailored education and in-services.

Skills

Endoscopy

PACU

Phlebotomy

Airway management

Education

Associates - Nursing

Bachelors - Nursing

Job description

SUMMARY

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of RNs, GI techs, and CNAs, working seamlessly with anesthesia and GI services to deliver exceptional care. You'll play a vital role in ensuring top-tier care for both inpatient and outpatient populations.Assisting with advanced GI procedures such as EGD, colonoscopies, ERCP, EUS, manometry, Fibro Scan, PillCam, Bravo, and HALO. Additionally, you'll provide pre-operative and post-operative recovery care, with a strong emphasis on patient safety and comfort. Rotating through all areas of GI will offer you a diverse and stimulating work environment.Our department boasts advanced certifications in GI specialties, providing opportunities for you to expand your skills and knowledge. With an in-house educator, you�ll have access to tailored education and in-services to enhance your career development. SUMMARY: Under the direction of the department director/supervisors/charge nurse, provides pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

EXPERIENCE

One year medical/surgical experience required; critical care, PACU, or GI endoscopy experience strongly preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Endoscopy, PACU, phlebotomy, and airway management preferred.

OTHER

Basic computer skills.

LICENSE/CERT

Required: RN (Registered Nurse) State of Missouri, BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association), ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association) Preferred: CGRN (Certified Gastroenterology RN).

EDUCATION

Required: Associates - Nursing, Preferred: Bachelors - Nursing.