What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Registered Nurse - Endoscopy position at Geisinger?
Why Join Us?
Our culture empowers nurses to act with purpose and urgency—delivering timely, patient-centered care that enhances the overall experience. You’ll be part of a highly skilled and dedicated team that values responsiveness, teamwork, and continuous growth.
Position Highlights:
Sign-On Incentive: Up to $15,000 for qualified candidates
Team Culture: Work in a collaborative and supportive environment
Schedule: Full-time union position (40 hours/week)- 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday with rotating start times (6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, or 8:00 AM)
On-Call Rotation: Includes weekends and holidays. On-call responsibilities typically occur every 7th weekend, 4 weekdays per month, and 1–2 holidays per year. A 30-minute response time is required when on-call. Scheduling is based on team rotation and may be subject to change.
Onboarding Support: Comprehensive onboarding to help you navigate scheduling and integrate smoothly into the team
Qualifications:
Active RN license
Minimum of 1 year of RN experience required
Experience in pre- or post-procedural care is a plus, but not required—we’ll support your development!
Benefits at Geisinger
We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options
Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous PTO that accrues quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more
Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more
About the Role:
As an RN in our Endoscopy Department, you’ll be part of a highly skilled team performing a wide range of procedures including EGD, colonoscopy, EUS, bronchoscopy, and ERCP. You’ll work alongside gastroenterologists, pulmonologists, nurses, technicians, and coordinators to deliver tertiary-level care in a community setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist providers during GI endoscopic procedures
Administer medications, IV therapy, and conscious sedation
Monitor patients during and after procedures
Collect and prepare lab specimens
Educate patients and families on procedures and recovery
Lead and support other clinic nurses and technicians
Maintain and inspect medical equipment and supplies
Qualifications:
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.