Endoscopy RN
Seattle, Washington
Swedish Medical Center - First Hill Campus

Job Opportunity: Endoscopy Registered Nurse

Location: Seattle, Washington
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a level two trauma, tertiary medical center with a large endoscopy department.
• Patient population includes ambulatory and hospitalized patients of all ages (pediatrics to geriatric) with complex GI diseases.
• Unit mix: 30% inpatient, 70% outpatient, 10% pediatrics.
• Department includes 19 admit/discharge rooms, 9 procedure rooms, and a manometry room.
• Shift: Day shift, 4 days per week, 10 hours per day (7:00 AM to 7:30 PM).
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend.
• Float required: Must be willing to float to other Providence facilities within a reasonable distance.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1 year of experience in Endoscopy/GI Lab.
• Preferred experience with moderate sedation and technical endoscopy procedures.
• Advanced therapeutic Endoscopy RN experience preferred.
• First-time travelers accepted.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

Required Licenses

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington State.
• Compact license holders are honored at this facility.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Washington
• Minimum 1 year of Endoscopy experience within the last year
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association
• NRP certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO, indicating fitness to work.
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually.
• Immunizations or proof of immunity for:

  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) – 2 vaccines or positive titer.
  • Varicella – 2 vaccines or positive titer.
  • Hepatitis B – vaccination series or signed declination.
  • Tdap – within 10 years or declination.
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine during flu season or declination.
• COVID-19 vaccination record preferred; declinations accepted with adherence to masking policies.
• 9-panel drug screen within 12 months of start; instant tests acceptable with attestation.
• Respirator safety clearance required annually for travel candidates.
• Background check within 90 days covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years, including SSN trace, death master index, sex offender registry, education verification, and others as applicable.
• Employment application covering at least last 5 years of employment with month/year format.
• Minimum of 2 professional references covering 1 year of employment in a comparable specialty/setting within the last 3 years.

Additional Requirements

• Must complete Providence system and specialty-specific WorkRamp training modules annually.
• Must complete medication and competency exams as applicable.
• Must complete float policy acknowledgment.
• Photo for badge not required for this specific facility.
• WA Multi-State Licensed Nurses must complete demographic attestation prior to assignment start.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not required for this position.

Notes

• Travel candidates separated from other Providence facilities (non-Swedish) for at least 3 months are eligible.
• Active compact license holders are accepted at all Swedish facilities.
• If return to office (RTO) is greater than 4 days, manager approval is required.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized Endoscopy unit with a diverse patient population and advanced procedural care in a reputable tertiary medical center.