RN Endoscopy Full-time

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Job Summary

The RN – Endoscopy provides nursing care to patients undergoing gastrointestinal and related endoscopic procedures. This includes pre-procedure preparation, intra-procedure assistance, monitoring of sedation and patient response, and post-procedure recovery. The RN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care throughout the procedural experience.

Essential Functions

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care before, during, and after endoscopy procedures.
• Administers and monitors conscious sedation and manages patient responses during procedures.
• Assists physicians with endoscopic procedures including biopsies, polyp removal, and hemostasis.
• Monitors patient condition, vital signs, and cardiac rhythms, reporting changes promptly.
• Provides pre- and post-procedure patient education and discharge instructions.
• Documents all nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment, adheres to infection control and safety protocols.
• Handles specimens appropriately and ensures proper labeling and documentation.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and staff education.
• Responds effectively to emergencies and follows facility emergency protocols.  

Knowledge/Abilities/Skills/Expectations

• Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
• Proficient in IV therapy, sedation monitoring, and airway management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Familiarity with endoscopic equipment, sterile technique, and procedural workflow.
• Competency in electronic documentation and EMR systems.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and team collaboration.
• Physical ability to assist with patient positioning and respond to clinical demands. 

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), required. 
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred.  

Licenses/Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), required within time frame specified in facility policy.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), required within time frame specified in facility policy.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), preferred.  

Experience

• Minimum 6 months of clinical nursing experience in a direct patient care setting preferred.
• Previous endoscopy, perioperative, or critical care experience preferred.