RN Full-time
T.J. Regional Health

Registered Nurse - Endoscopy 6a-2:30

T.J. Regional Health Glasgow, KY 42141, US

JOB SUMMARY

Utilizing the nursing process, the Endoscopy nurse is accountable for delivery of patient care in the Endoscopy area during the shift. She/he is responsible for: meeting the established Standards of Nursing Care, managing assigned personnel, and promoting collaboration among the disciplines, and demonstrates a loyalty to the philosophy, policies, and practices of the institution.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education

  • Holds an active Registered Nurse license and is eligible to practice in the state of Kentucky. 
  • Current BLS certification

 

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical Requirements

Sitting - 1-15%

Walking - = or greater than 32%

Standing - = or greater than 32%

Bending/Squatting - 16-31%

Climbing/Kneeling - 16-31%

Twisting - 16-31%

 

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to see with corrective eyewear if needed.

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance if needed.

Color vision ability required.

 

Physical/Environmental requirements

Lifting - 0 -50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance

Carrying - 0- 50 lbs, 50 or more with assistance

Pulling - Up to 100 lbs

Pushing - Up to 100 lbs

 

OSHA

High Potential for Direct Body Fluid Exposures 

 

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES

Mission, Service and Values

Supports the hospital Mission, Service, and Values

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Explains appropriate paperwork for treatment of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
  • Follows policies regarding consent for treatment and release of medical information regarding a minor or a person who is unable to make medical decisions for themselves.
  • Demonstrates appropriate awareness for suspected abuse/neglect to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and takes measures to report them according to protocol.
  • Identifies and plans for appropriate safety precautions to be taken to prevent injury to the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
  • Provides education to patient/family based on assessment of identified need.
  • Communicates effectively with all applicable age groups.
  • Organizes and achieves quality performance.
  • Attends and contributes to department staff meetings.
  • Currently certified in CPR.
  • Attends a sufficient number of in-services, according to required policies.
  • Attends a CE or Inservice program on emergency cardiac care at least once every 3 years.
  • Demonstrates flexibility as patient care needs change.
  • Establishes priorities in delivery of patient care.
  • Collaborates with other health team members to coordinate Endoscopy and Nursing management of patient care.
  • Works on cooperation with co-workers and supervisory staff.
  • Established effective interpersonal relationships with patients/families and co-workers.
  • Confers with and directs ancillary personnel to provide responsible patient care.
  • Assist in orientation of RNs and other personnel.
  • Manages time effectively for proper balance between patient care assignments, in-services, unit meetings, and professional conferences.
  • Counsels and initiates corrective action for nursing employees as necessary and promptly informs the appropriate supervisor or per established chain of command.
  • Assesses all emergency situations that may occur during the shift.
  • Completes assigned shift duties.
  • Accurately administers medications and performs treatments in accordance with Endoscopy policy and procedure.
  • Knowledgeable in special tests and procedures to assist physician in caring for patients before, during and after tests/procedures.
  • Demonstrates ability to start IV’s and blood products and monitor fluids for correct rate.
  • Demonstrates an ability to assess reports and communicate findings to physician.
  • Knowledge in the care and maintenance of all endoscopies and endoscopy accessories.
  • Communicates pertinent information regarding patients to other care givers.
  • Keeps supervisor and physicians informed regarding patient care issues or significant changes in patient condition.
  • Completes records and requisitions with complete information in appropriate time frame.
  • Uses established channels of communication to resolve work related problems.
  • Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and hospital information.
  • Accounts for narcotics, ensuring the security of narcotics at all times.
  • Operates or supervises safe operative of specialized patient care equipment, according to company
  • recommendations and hospital policy and procedure.
  • Maintains infection control measures and universal precautions in Endoscopy.
  • Cleans and disinfects Endoscopy equipment according to hospital policy and procedure.
  • Completes initial assessment.
  • Completes ongoing assessment of the patient and appropriate interventions in collaboration with the physician in order to meet the specific needs.
  • Completes patient/family education before the procedure and at discharge
  • The applicable assessment and planning processes for an infant, child, adolescent or adult is individualized based on age-specific needs identified.

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