Endoscopy Registered Nurse
Edmond, OK
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: RN Endoscopy

Location: Edmond, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Registered Nurse - Direct Care

Job Description

Provide nursing care under general supervision to patients with a range of health problems from simple to complex in a hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned group of patients.
• Document patient responses to nursing interventions and medical treatments; note changes in physician orders.
• Assist physicians with patient examinations and minor diagnostic procedures.
• Obtain and monitor physiological data; observe patient conditions and intervene as needed.
• Administer medications, regulate and monitor IV infusions and blood products.
• Deliver competent patient care.
• Communicate care plans to patients and families during hospitalization and at discharge.
• Inform patients and families about hospital procedures.
• Make referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.
• Delegate tasks to support staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in the specialty.

Education

• Required: Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Preferred: Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing from a board-approved program.

Certifications & Licensure

• Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Skills

• Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
• Some computer skills.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees.

Contract Length

• 13 weeks

Prior Travel Experience

• Not required or specified.