Endoscopy Registered Nurse
Washington, DC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: Endoscopy Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Washington, District of Columbia
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Role involves working in a dual capacity:

  • Preoperative area: IV initiation, patient assessment, and education (ratio 1:3)
  • Endoscopy suite: circulating nurse (ratio 1:1)
• Responsible for safe, efficient, and patient-centered care.
• Float between like units required.
• No on-call duties.
• Open to block scheduling.
• No weekend shifts.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the District of Columbia with primary source verification (State License 1 Verification and NURSYS Verification for RN, LPN/LVN, AP)
• Minimum 2 years of endoscopy nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current ACLS certification issued by American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
• Current BLS certification issued by American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA)
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of I9 or attestation
• Government-issued photo ID
• E-Verify or attestation
• Background check (7-year criminal history, nationwide, sex offender, FACIS Level 3)
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
• Education verification from primary source
• Drug screening (9-panel within last 12 months; instant acceptable)
• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands (updated annually)
• Fit mask testing within one year (updated annually)
• Immunizations and titers including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (or declination form)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (titers or 2 vaccines, boosters if needed)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination form)
  • Varicella (titer or 2 vaccines, boosters if needed)
  • Flu vaccine required annually (medical/religious exemptions accepted with approval)
  • COVID-19 vaccination required prior to start (booster preferred; exemptions subject to approval)
• Additional health documents as applicable (e.g., CBC, eye exam, color blind exam)

Work Environment

• Trauma Level 1, teaching hospital setting
• Patient ratios: 1:2 overall; 1:3 in preop, 1:1 as circulator
• Charting system: Cerner Sorian (1st generation)
• Parking available (cost borne by employee)
• Accessible by public transportation (Metro and bus routes)

Additional Notes

• First-time travelers are not accepted for this assignment.
• Candidates must be prepared to float between similar units.
• No weekend shifts required.
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required.
• Employment application must include licensure, certifications, education, and employment history.
• Candidates with prior work history over 1 year require performance evaluations on file.

This position offers a dynamic role in endoscopy nursing with a focus on patient safety and quality care in a busy hospital environment.