RN PRN

Renders nursing care to patients in the pre-procedure area, procedure room, recovery room in terms of individual needs, according to standard techniques and established policies and procedures.  Works cooperatively with physicians and other staff members

Job Relationships:
A.    Responsible to Nurse Manager
B.    Assignments received from Nurse Manager
C.    Positions Supervised: LPNs, Endoscopy Technicians, Medical Assistants

Core Processes and Activities:

A summary of the major job duties include the following.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, as needed and may change over time.

- Provides patient care in the Endoscopy Center under the direction of the RNs and the physicians.

- Oversees LPNs and reviews documentation in the EMR.

- Practices effective interpersonal communication skills.

- Maintains clinical and professional competency according to policy, procedure, and protocols and as appropriate for the ages of patients served.

- Performs job duties in compliance with established safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

The following qualifications are the minimum necessary to adequately perform this job. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required.

Education: 
Completion of an RN or LPN program leading to RN / LPN licensure with the NC Board of Nursing
Current BLS certification
Current ACLS certification is preferred

Work Experience : Previous endoscopy experience preferred.

Knowledge, Sills, and Abilities required include:
Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs and is able to modify patient care accordingly.
Computer skills with solid keyboard skills and experience with EndoSoft and eClinicalworks is preferred.