What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Endoscopy Part-Time position at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center?
Description
Join St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho—where nationally recognized quality meets small-town heart. We’re proud to be recognized for excellence and patient safety, including an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s list of “Great Community Hospitals,” and U.S. News & World Report accolades for maternity care.
Here, you’ll find a teamwork-first culture, leaders who support you, and coworkers who genuinely have your back. New grads are welcome—we’re committed to training, mentoring, and helping you build confidence as you grow. And because we know great care starts with taking care of our people, we offer competitive benefits and a workplace you can feel good about.
If you’re looking for a place to do meaningful work, build a career, and feel proud serving your community—you belong at St. Joe’s
Job Summary
The RN – Endoscopy provides nursing care to patients undergoing gastrointestinal and related endoscopic procedures. This includes pre-procedure preparation, intra-procedure assistance, monitoring of sedation and patient response, and post-procedure recovery. The RN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care throughout the procedural experience.
Essential Functions
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care before, during, and after endoscopy procedures
- Administers and monitors conscious sedation and manages patient responses during procedures
- Assists physicians with endoscopic procedures including biopsies, polyp removal, and hemostasis
- Monitors patient condition, vital signs, and cardiac rhythms, reporting changes promptly
- Provides pre- and post-procedure patient education and discharge instructions
- Documents all nursing assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately
- Maintains a safe and clean environment, adheres to infection control and safety protocols
- Handles specimens appropriately and ensures proper labeling and documentation
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives and staff education
- Responds effectively to emergencies and follows facility emergency protocols
Knowledge/Abilities/Skills/Expectations
- Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills
- Proficient in IV therapy, sedation monitoring, and airway management
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Familiarity with endoscopic equipment, sterile technique, and procedural workflow
- Competency in electronic documentation and EMR systems
- Commitment to continuous professional development and team collaboration
- Physical ability to assist with patient positioning and respond to clinical demands
Qualifications
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), preferred
Licenses/Certifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
- Basic Life Support (BLS), required within time frame specified in facility policy
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), required within time frame specified in facility policy
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), preferred
Experience
- Minimum 6 months of clinical nursing experience in a direct patient care setting preferred
- Previous endoscopy, perioperative, or critical care experience preferred