Overview

In addition to general nursing, the Registered Nurse in the Endoscopy / Post Anesthesia unit is responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care and to actively participate in and contribute to the management of the Endoscopy Unit. Participate in the maintenance of endoscopes and other specialized equipment used in endoscopic and non-endoscopic procedures and provide technical assistance during such procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develops an individualized perioperative patient plan of care. Implements the plan of care by: protecting the patient from injury caused by chemical, electrical, laser, mechanical, and thermal sources and extraneous objects; managing the patient’s specimens in the appropriate manner; communicating the patient’s status to the appropriate parties throughout the continuum of care; administering medications safely and correctly; performing interventions to maintain the patient’s wound and tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels; preparing necessary supplies and equipment for the procedures, performing interventions to maintain the status of the patient’s genitourinary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological systems and fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balances at or above baseline levels; assisting the physician with manipulation of scope, polyp snare, cut polyps, cauterize polyps, dilations, bandings and other procedures as needed;  IV therapy to include Insertion, use of aseptic technique, Site, application Dressing, Tubing changes and Use of pumps.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment within the clinical area in accordance with established standards and regulations. Participating in the care and maintenance of endoscopes and other specialized equipment, ensuring an agreed standard of decontamination always including accurate records of traceability of all endoscopes and associated equipment.
• Has knowledge of the following procedures and ability to perform: defibrillation – adult and pediatric; airway management – adult and pediatric; code management; assist with intubation; assist with intubation; proper patient positioning in accordance with procedure being performed.
• Prioritizes and implements an efficient nursing plan of care relating to the care Endoscopy Unit patients. Consistently conducts timely evaluations, recognizes changes in patient conditions, determines when reassessments are needed, and adjusts the plan of care as necessary. Compares expected and achieved outcomes of nursing care utilizing the plan of care.
• Evaluate patient’s response to interventions and communicates with other healthcare team members the need to revise or maintain plan of care.
• Assess patient’s postoperative status at intervals according to facility or health care organization policies and procedures to include the patient’s respiratory system and airway management needs, neurological system, hemodynamic stability, pain and comfort needs, and mental status.
• Apply the relevant scoring system/discharge criteria for patient transfer (e.g., Aldrete Score, Modified Aldrete Score [i.e., PARSAP], Post Anesthesia Discharge Scoring System [PADSS], White) score accurately as defined by organizational policy.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education / Experience:

Internal & 1199 SEIU:

• Graduate of accredited nursing program(s).
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years' medical surgical, critical care and/or endoscopy experience.

Non 1199 SEIU Candidates:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Master's Degree in Nursing, preferred. 
• Minimum two (2) years' medical surgical, critical care and/or endoscopy experience.
• Will Accept Associate’s Degree with minimum five (5) years’ medical surgical, critical care and/or endoscopy experience.

New Graduates:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• All required certifications within six (6) months of hire.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Critical thinking, math, and computer skills.
• Works as a team player.
• Demonstrates respect and professionalism in all interactions.
• Excellent oral and communication skills.
• Decision making and problem solving.
• Able to see, hear, read and write English.

Licenses, Certifications:

• Current NY State RN License required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association, required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association, required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association, required.
• Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse Certification (CGRN) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically demanding, high-stress environment requiring prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day. 
• Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 35 pounds for routine performance of essential functions.
• An individual in this position may be exposed to: Adverse indoor environmental conditions, Blood borne pathogens, Blood and body fluids, Physical hazards (e.g., needle pricks, etc.), communicable diseases, chemical hazards, radiation, and repetitive motions.
• Full range of body motion, able to lift up to 100 pounds, if necessary, to assist lifting and moving patients.
• Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand and eye coordination.
• Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range.
• Frequently sitting at desk working on computer.
• Ability to work flex hours.

Pay Transparency

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and can be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., site, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of One Brooklyn Health (OBH).

 

OBH is an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.