Registered Nurse - Endoscopy - Day Shift

Generous Sign-on Bonus: $15K and Relocation Assistance available for qualified candidates!

Sentara CarePlex Hospital is currently recruiting for a Registered Nurse for Endoscopy / GI Lab Department: Endoscopy,

Full-Time, Day Shift (0700 – 1530)

Call Requirements: Rotating Call

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and versatile Registered Nurse to join our dynamic 2-Lab Endoscopy Department. This is a unique opportunity for an RN who enjoys a diverse workflow, ranging from diagnostic screenings to advanced interventional procedures. In this role, you will rotate through all aspects of the endoscopy environment, acting as the Circulator, Sedation Nurse, and Procedure Assistant (RN Technician). You will work side-by-side with proceduralists during complex GI and Pulmonary cases, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.

Clinical Scope & Procedures

Our unit performs a mix of routine diagnostic and advanced interventional procedures, including:

• Gastrointestinal: Diagnostic EGDs and Colonoscopies, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), ERCP, Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD), and Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR).
• Pulmonary: Diagnostic Bronchoscopies, Navigational Bronchoscopy, and Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS).

Key Responsibilities

• Circulating & Patient Care: Manage the nursing process during the intra-procedure process. Document patient care accurately and maintain safety standards in the procedure room.
• Moderate Sedation: Administer and monitor moderate sedation under the direction of the physician, maintaining strict airway management and hemodynamic monitoring standards.
• Procedural Assistance (Scrub/Tech Duties): Function as the primary assistant to the physician at the bedside. This includes handling accessories (snares, forceps, clips), specimen collection, and assisting with advanced therapeutic interventions.
• Endoscope Reprocessing: Perform high-level disinfection and reprocessing of flexible endoscopes and accessories in accordance with infection control standards and manufacturer guidelines.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the anesthesia team (when applicable), physicians, and support staff to ensure efficient room turnover and workflow.

Qualifications

• License and Certification

• Virginia or Compact Multi-State License in good standing

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire

• Certifications:
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required.
  • CGRN (Certified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse) is a plus.
• Experience:
  • Prior Endoscopy experience preferred.
  • Experience with ERCP/EUS is highly desirable but not mandatory; we are willing to train the right candidate.

Why Join Us?

• Predictable Hours: Enjoy a steady 0700 – 1530
• Skill Development: Gain hands-on experience with advanced modalities like EUS, EBUS, and ESD in a tight-knit, collaborative environment.
• Team Environment: Work in a supportive, dual-lab setting where every team member plays a vital role in patient outcomes.

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