The Endoscopy RN will be responsible for planning and administering care of the patient undergoing diagnostic Endoscopy procedures.

　　$2200+/wk.

　　10 hour day shift | 40 hours per week

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Applies the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of the patient undergoing a diagnostic endoscopy

　　Assess physical, psychological, psychosocial and educational needs of the patient

　　Provides patient with explanations of procedures and treatments

　　Demonstrates awareness and respects all patient’s rights, privacy and confidentiality

　　Treats all patients with dignity and respect

　　Assists physician with all endoscopy procedures including colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, EGD, PEG tube placement, and ERCP

　　Follows facility guidelines in the assessment, care and evaluation of the patient receiving conscious sedation

　　Documents assessment, administration and patient’s response to conscious sedation according to facility policy and procedure

　　Monitors and documents each intervention during the endoscopy procedure

　　Demonstrates safety and accuracy in the administration, monitoring and documentation of all treatments, medications, and IV therapies

　　Provides a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for the patient

　　Responds immediately and appropriately to emergencies or acute changes in patient status

　　Provides Pathologist and other medical team members with accurate and complete information regarding specimen collection

　　Adheres to and applies all principles of infection control during endoscopic procedures, with the disinfection and sterilization of equipment, use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and disposing of biomedical/hazardous waste

　　Ensures appropriate care, maintenance and safe handling of scopes at all times

　　Applies cautery-grounding pad appropriately

　　Adheres to facility guidelines in use of gluteraldehyde/Steris

　　Assures Endoscopy Department Discharge Criteria are met before discharging patient

　　Ensures the discharge process provides continuing care based on the assessed needs of the patient and communicates explicit time/action discharge instructions using simple terminology

　　Effectively communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team and patient’s family when appropriate to address patient’s needs and generate safe patient outcomes

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state in which he/she practices

　　One (1) year experience in a GI/Endo lab within the last three years preferred

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency program when applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.