Endoscopy RN

Summary

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  \n Provides skilled, effective nursing care to assigned patients by accurate assessment and identification of patient`s and patient`s family needs followed by appropriate and timely intervention and assessment of the effectiveness of the intervention. Plans and carries out timely and effective discharge planning. Participates in pre-procedure care planning and post-procedure needs assessments. Participates in departmental quality and safety program activities. Documentation reflects the above accurately for others on the health care team.
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• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION\n
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  • Samaritan Endoscopy Center is an outpatient center offering comprehensive endoscopic procedures. Our spacious procedure rooms are equipped with the most advanced endoscopy equipment available. The center offers a patient-focused environment with an emphasis on comfort, safety and thoroughness.
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• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS\n
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  • Current unencumbered Oregon RN License required.
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  • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required upon hire.
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  • ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
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  • GI/Endoscopy experience preferred.
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  • Two (2) years experience in an acute care setting preferred.
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• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES\n
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  • Patient Care: Possess the skills and knowledge needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and/or behavioral conditions. Ability to recognize symptoms, understand drug properties and interactions, and employ treatments and preventive health-care measures.
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  • Customer Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
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  • Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
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  • Team Building: Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
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  • Conflict resolution: Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.
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• PHYSICAL DEMANDS\n
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  • (1 - 10% of the time) (11 - 33% of the time) (34 - 66% of the time) (67 – 100% of the time) LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 60 or more Lbs SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) KNEEL (on knees) LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds SQUAT Repetitive ROTATE TRUNK Sitting REACH - Upward WALK - LEVEL SURFACE LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds BEND FORWARD at waist ROTATE TRUNK Standing REACH - Forward MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists FINGER DEXTERITY PINCH Fingers GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PULL (0-20 pounds force)
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