Endoscopy RN

@ Samaritan Health Services
Samaritan Health Servicessamaritanhealthservices.com

Endoscopy RN

Salem, OR
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Samaritan Endoscopy Center offers outpatient procedures with a focus on patient comfort, safety, and thoroughness. The RN provides care, pre/post procedure assessments, and participates in quality activities. Must have Oregon RN license and BLS; ACLS within 90 days.

Requirements

  • Current Oregon RN License
  • BLS certification
  • ACLS certification within 90 days
  • Endoscopy experience preferred
  • 2 years acute care experience preferred

Qualifications

  • RN licensure
  • Healthcare provider BLS
  • Able to work in fast-paced environment
  • Good communication skills
  • Team-oriented

Full job description

Summary

  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
    • Provides skilled, effective nursing care to assigned patients by accurate assessment and identification of patient`s and patient`s family needs followed by appropriate and timely intervention and assessment of the effectiveness of the intervention. Plans and carries out timely and effective discharge planning. Participates in pre-procedure care planning and post-procedure needs assessments. Participates in departmental quality and safety program activities. Documentation reflects the above accurately for others on the health care team.
  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
    • Samaritan Endoscopy Center is an outpatient center offering comprehensive endoscopic procedures. Our spacious procedure rooms are equipped with the most advanced endoscopy equipment available. The center offers a patient-focused environment with an emphasis on comfort, safety and thoroughness.
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • Current unencumbered Oregon RN License required.
    • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
    • ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
    • GI/Endoscopy experience preferred.
    • Two (2) years experience in an acute care setting preferred.
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
    • Patient Care: Possess the skills and knowledge needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and/or behavioral conditions. Ability to recognize symptoms, understand drug properties and interactions, and employ treatments and preventive health-care measures.
    • Customer Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
    • Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
    • Team Building: Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
    • Conflict resolution: Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    • Rarely
      (1 - 10% of the time)

      Occasionally
      (11 - 33% of the time)

      Frequently
      (34 - 66% of the time)

      Continually
      (67 – 100% of the time)

      CLIMB - STAIRS

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs

      SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

      KNEEL (on knees)

      SIT

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

      CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds

      SQUAT Repetitive

      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

      REACH - Upward

      STAND

      WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

      CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

      CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

      BEND FORWARD at waist

      ROTATE TRUNK Standing

      REACH - Forward

      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

      FINGER DEXTERITY

      PINCH Fingers

      GRASP Hand/Fist

      PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

      PULL (0-20 pounds force)

      None specified
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