Job Details
East Bay Endosurgery Center is an outpatient endoscopic facility specializing in gastroenterology. We believe in compassionate medicine, where patients feel reassured and unrushed. Our experienced, board-certified physicians have dedicated themselves to caring for their neighbors in the Oakland community since 1976. Patients are frequently seen for colorectal cancer screening and problems involving the digestive tract.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the designated Nurse Manager, the Staff Nurse is responsible for professional, direct patient care in the nurse role. The Staff Nurse will utilize the nursing process within their scope of practice to assess, develop nursing diagnosis, develop plan of care, implement plan of care, monitor for effectiveness, and adjust appropriately, for patient's plan of care. The Staff Nurse is responsible for care, in areas assigned, within the Surgery Center, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate of Accredited School of Nursing
RN/LVN with active license, no restrictions (license in appropriate state)
One (1) year of nursing experience, preferably, in an ambulatory surgery center
CPR, BLS, ACLS certification (as required by Center)
Strong ethical and moral character references
Basic computer skills
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TASKS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows all policies and procedures of the Center
Uses equipment effectively following manufacturer's instruction for use
Uses proper techniques and procedures according to accepted standards of practice
Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively
Continuously assess and monitors the physical and emotional status of the patient and documents and reports
per policy and procedure
Uses two patient identifiers to assure correct patient and "ask don't tell" to identify correct procedure and
physician
Addresses patient needs specific to the anticipated procedure
Transports patients, as needed, observing policies, procedures and safety requirements
Verifies and explains procedure with the patient and discusses plan of care prior to transporting to procedure
room
Provides comfort and reassurance to each patient
Maintains patients privacy and dignity
Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to provide safe continuity of patient care
Actively participates as a team member in support of the total endoscopy process
Organizes time, activities, equipment, supplies and personnel to provide efficient, cost effective patient care
Supervises and directs patient care in pre, intra and post- op
Reviews patient's medical record and needs to provide continuity of care in collaboration with other members of
the healthcare team and communicates variances
Considers cost containment by using supplies economically and by managing efficient turnover time
Assists with supplies, drugs and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability ; maintains order
and cleanliness of pre procedure area(s), endoscopy room and PACU
Works collaboratively with the healthcare team to prepare for the patient in their assigned area according to
requirements of the patient, physician and procedure to include but not limited to, assembling and providing
functions equipment, supplies and instruments including sterilization and high level disinfection of supplies and
equipment
Administers medication (s) per order of the physician and documents appropriately
Monitors and reports any abnormal observed complications to the anesthesia provider and physician
Accurately comprehends and interprets physician orders and direction, following policy and procedures
Documents in the patients medical record and other forms accurately, legibly and timely in a timely manner,
following policies and procedures
Proper aseptic and sterile techniques are used according to acceptable standards of practice - monitors and
identifies breaks in sterile technique
Demonstrates ongoing competencies with patient assessment and appropriate interventions when variances occur
Assesses each patient for fall precautions and addresses per policy
Successfully able to start patient peripheral IV
Participates in the time out
Uses the Safe Surgical checklist
Works collaboratively with healthcare team to ensure physician preference cards are maintained and updated as
needed
Handles and logs tissue specimens correctly and accurately according to policy and procedures
Ensures the appropriate and safe positioning of the patient meeting patient needs and the planned procedure and
monitors throughout the procedure
Monitors and assess patient for recovery from anesthesia
Prepares patient for discharge to include: assisting with dressing, discharge instructions, medication
reconciliation and follow-up physician appointment with patient and responsible adult
Determines and documents patient and responsible adult understanding of the discharge instructions and indications for seeking emergent care
indications for seeking emergent care
Develops a plan of care, based on patient needs, related to the procedure and type of anesthesia
Attends all required education
Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned
ESSENTIAL VALUES, CODES OF CONDUCT:
Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of Conduct
Adheres to the Scope of Practice
Supports the centers mission statement and goals
Complies with the centers standards for ethical business conduct
Works with Center Leadership to ensure patient and physician satisfaction
Adheres to policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, attendance, timeliness, safeguarding confidential
information
Reports incidents in a timely manner
Demonstrates an attitude of caring, respect, sensitivity, tact, compassion, empathy, and tolerance
Exhibits mental alertness for quality decision making and exercises good judgment
Exhibits high level of integrity
Ability to multi-task effectively, efficiently, accurately, and with attention to detail
Must pass a background check and drug screen.
We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations.
We are an equal opportunity employer
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