Registered Nurse (RN) - Endoscopy
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist · Winston-Salem, NC · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcare$38.2–$57.3/hrFull-time
Full-time position, benefits eligible, 40 hours per week.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday, 4 × 10-hour shifts (07:30–18:00)
- No weekends or holidays
Pay
Pay range: $38.20 – $57.30 per hour.
Responsibilities
- Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
- Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
- Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
- Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
- Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
- Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures.
- Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation.
- Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
- Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practice ethical decision-making; respect interdisciplinary roles and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
- Delegate appropriately to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (e.g., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants).
- Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation.
- Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; interpret data reflective of patient status and identify age-specific needs.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.
- Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where care is provided.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.
- Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., email, electronic records, digital platforms).
Physical Requirements
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching above shoulders, and twisting throughout the workday.
- Lift and support up to 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
- Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force; perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
- Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch; fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
- Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
- Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
- Potential exposure to chemical and hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, and communicable disease; protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
- Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
- Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs.
- Health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Family benefits: adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
- Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call pay, and more based on the role.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
About the Unit
The Endoscopy Unit is a comprehensive, all-inclusive care environment providing pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and recovery services for both inpatient and outpatient populations. The department cares for an average of 60 patients daily and performs a broad range of procedures, including General GI, Interventional GI, Pulmonary, and Neuromuscular services. The unit operates Monday through Friday and is dedicated to delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centered care across the continuum of the procedural experience.