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Cleveland Clinic RN - Endoscopy Specialist PRN in Akron, Ohio
Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over 100 years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create the steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations.
The Endoscopy unit contributes to the excellent care of patients by providing various GI and pulmonary procedures to inpatients and outpatients in an ambulatory setting. As a Registered Nurse (RN) Endoscopy Specialist, you will manage the nursing care of all patients in the Endoscopy unit and delegate to non-professional caregivers within their scope of practice. The caregiver in this position must be flexible to cross-train and function in all operative areas and other areas, such as the OR for ERCPs, Radiology for bronchoscopies, travel endoscopies, pre-op, recovery, front desk, and decontamination/sterilization of equipment.
The ideal future caregiver is someone who:
Is knowledgeable in the theory and principles of Endoscopy and perioperative nursing.
Is flexible and can learn new skills quickly.
Has good manual dexterity and communication skills.
Can navigate multiple computer programs.
Thrives working both independently and as part of a team.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain CGRN certification after two years of Endoscopy experience, participate in GI-specific in-services within the department, and take turns as Charge Nurse. This unit is open Monday through Friday and requires rotating on-call coverage for weekends and holidays.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Responsibilities:
Pre-Operative duties include preparing the patient for the endoscopy procedure.
Assessment of the physical and psychological status of the patient, pre-op vital signs, as well as, accurately completing the admission; pre-op documentation and pre-op testing report findings to the physician when necessary. Ensure that all necessary consents and charting components are available and filled out correctly.
Intra-Operative duties include assisting the physician with the endoscopic procedures, competent use of equipment, accurate documentation, specimen labeling, communicate relevant information to the anesthesia provider and physician.
Recovery Room duties include the full responsibility for the care of the post-procedure patient.
Ensure the patient is stable and meets all requirements to be safely discharged, as well as, accurately complete the post-operative documentation.
Behave in a positive manner.
Seek out and utilizes resources to keep current in nursing trends and practice.
Seek assistance from other resource person to improve skills, knowledge in the Endoscopy unit.
Identifies unsafe practices and participates in seeking a solution.
Maintains privacy and confidentiality
Follows policy and procedures of the Endoscopy unit
Follows hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge.
Complete mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements.
Other duties as assigned
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Certifications:
- Current state of Ohio RN license. Current BLS and ACLS (with 6 months of hire).
Complexity of Work:
Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.
Membership into professional society is recommended.
Work Experience:
- Two (2) years of nursing experience. Recent Endoscopy experience preferred which could include (ICU/PACU) experience.
Physical Requirements:
Requires full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
Requires some exposure to communicable disease or bodily fluids.
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required
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