Endoscopy and Pulmonary Procedures RN
Baton Rouge, LA
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Opportunity

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Specialty: Registered Nurse (Endoscopy and Pulmonary Procedures)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Must function independently in all areas of Endoscopy, including advanced procedures such as EUS and ERCP.
• Must be competent in pulmonary procedures including bronchoscopy and EBUS.
• Expertise in bariatric procedures and ION Robot preferred.
• May be assigned to an Emergency Team during events, requiring staying onsite or providing relief as directed.
• 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with on-call responsibilities for after hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Possible shift times:

  • 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
  • 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
• Must demonstrate the facility’s mission and values, putting patients first and functioning as a full-time employee would.

Required Experience

• Registered Nurse with expertise in Endoscopy and Pulmonary procedures.
• Years of specialty experience: Not explicitly stated, but advanced competency required. (Default to higher experience if conflicting info is found; here, advanced skills imply significant experience.)
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

Certifications & Licenses

• Active Louisiana RN license or Compact License required upon submission. Renewal must be completed prior to start if expiring within 30 days.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or RQI accepted.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or RQI accepted.
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit assignment; verify with program management if unclear.

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated monthly.
• Sex offender search required within 30 days of start and updated monthly.
• Education verification of highest level required if no state license.
• NURSYS license verification within 30 days of start.
• Competency exam specific to specialty required annually.
• Drug screening: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start; must be initiated within 24-48 hours of offer acceptance.
• Physical exam within 12 months indicating good health required.
• Fit mask testing (N95) within one year of start; onsite fit testing available if needed.
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (for select specialties)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella – positive titer or completed vaccine series
  • Hepatitis B – positive titer, completed vaccine series, or booster after negative titer
  • Varicella – positive titer, completed vaccine series, or booster after negative titer
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Apr 30).

Additional Requirements

• Current/valid Driver’s License or government photo ID (color copy).
• Photo for badge: recent, full-color, passport-style photo with plain background.
• Employment application and updated skills checklist required.
• Must be willing to comply with emergency preparedness protocols, especially during hurricane season (June 1 – Nov 30).

Work Environment

• May be required to stay onsite during emergency events as part of an Emergency Team.
• Expected to behave and perform as a full-time employee of the facility.

This position is ideal for experienced Endoscopy RNs comfortable with advanced procedures and flexible to emergency assignments and on-call duties.