What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse, Endoscopy position at Brigham & Women's Physicians Organization?
To provide excellent patient care in an environment where quality, respect, caring and compassion are at the center of all we do. To provide professional nursing skills in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care for our patients.
-Responsible for assessing, planning and evaluating the care of each patient assigned.
-Adheres to Post Sedation Care Unit (PSCU) standards of nursing care.
-Observes vital sign, IV Site and any special monitoring equipment required for the recovery period. Implements plan of care during recovery period.
-Assessment of patients according to systemic approach.
-Appropriately communicate nursing assessment to the physician.
-Assess and implement discharge utilizing the Aldrete Scoring Criteria.
-Record physician orders and nursing implementation of orders. The nurse must demonstrate competency and knowledge in caring for patients who have received moderate and deep sedation.
-Maintains a safe physical environment, including equipment and supplies.
-Assist in the development of the Center's Quality Management and Professional Improvement Program. Actively participates in the ongoing Quality Management and Profession Improvement Program.
-Promotes good public relations with the patient's family and visitors.
-Participates in the center's in-services relative to position and maintain professional competency. Adheres to the Center's Policy and Procedures.
-Administer medications used in moderate sedation under the direct supervision of the Gastroenterologist.
-Reports to the Gastroenterologist changes in the patient's condition.
-Assumes responsibility for personal and professional growth through participation in formal and informal education opportunities specifically related to endoscopy services.
-Ensures continuity of care by documenting all patient care information appropriately and communicating pertinent information as necessary.
-Performs nursing procedures according to facility policy and procedures
-Demonstrates proficiency in endoscopy skills.
-Assess health education needs of the patient/family at the time of the visit and develops a plan to meet these needs.
-Teaches patients and family aspects of health care that will promote health and wellbeing, including physician instructions.
Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization/Harvard Medical School is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Education
Diploma Nursing required
Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse - State of Massachusetts
Experience
Endoscopy experience required and Ambulatory-setting Experience preferred
We are seeking a compassionate and flexible Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. This role is ideal for an experienced nurse looking to provide high-quality patient care while covering scheduled vacations and staffing needs.
Hours of operations are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization/Harvard Medical School is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.