RN Endoscopy Clinic

About the Role

PeaceHealth is seeking an RN Endoscopy Clinic for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening is $46.27 – $69.41. The hiring rate depends on factors such as education, training, work experience, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Job Summary

Provides professional nursing care to patients in the endoscopy setting, ensuring compliance with professional practice standards. Coordinates pre- and post-procedure care, assists physicians during procedures, and maintains patient records.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in the endoscopy suite, including pre- and post-procedure assessments.
• Take patient history, counsel patients, provide education, administer medications, and monitor vital signs.
• Assist physicians during procedures and maintain proper handling of specimens.
• Recognize and respond to emergency situations, including ACLS protocols.
• Participate in policy development, quality improvement, safety, and infection prevention programs.
• Identify and report hazardous equipment.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (Required)
• Experience:
  • 1 year of nursing experience (Preferred)
  • Endoscopy nursing and/or critical care experience (Preferred)
• Credentials:
  • Registered Nurse in state of practice (Required)
  • Basic Life Support (Required upon hire)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Required)

Skills

• Promote positive interpersonal relationships and a patient/family-centered environment.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills, including MS Office applications.
• Effective organization and prioritization skills.
• Skill in venipuncture and administration of IV and oral medications.
• Ability to provide health education to patients.
• Understanding of medical/surgical terminology, pathophysiology, and regulatory requirements (Medicare, JCAHO, HCFA).
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, sedating agents, and reversal drugs.
• Familiarity with endoscopy procedures, patient preparations, instruments, and nursing interventions.
• Knowledge of infection control practices and fluid/electrolyte balances.
• Ability to implement aseptic techniques.

Working Conditions

• Lifting: Patient handling up to 35 lbs without assistive devices; non-patient lifting up to 20 lbs occasionally and 5 lbs frequently.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs.
• Physical demands: Fine motor skills, frequent bending/stooping/squatting/reaching/kneeling, and ability to perform hands-on CPR for at least 20 minutes.
• Environmental exposure: Biohazards, body fluids, airborne particles, and noisy environments.
• Mental/Visual: Normal vision and hearing (corrective aids permitted); ability to communicate accurately.

PeaceHealth is committed to caregiver wellbeing, offering benefits for positions less than 0.5 FTE, including a 403b retirement plan, wellness benefits, discount programs, and expanded EAP and mental health support.