Registered Nurse Endoscopy
Company: Medstar
Location: Silver Spring
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Summary Independently assesses, plans, implements, and
evaluates the nursing care of patients from admission through
discharge. In collaboration with the patient and family, provides
theory-based professional nursing care and coordinates care
delivery with the physician and other members of the healthcare
team. MedStar Ambulatory Services is committed to providing
world-class, compassionate care to every patient,every time, at
every touch point. All associates are accountable for their role in
meeting patient experience standards.Minimum Qualifications
Education/Training Graduate of an accredited School of
Nursing.Experience 2 years RN experience, or 1 year RN experience
plus 5 years LPN experience.Previous GI/Endoscopy experience is
REQUIREDLicense/Certification/Registration Valid RN license in the
District of Columbia, Maryland or Virginia, or any combination as
required based on work location(s).CPR certification required.ACLS
certified for Pre-Op or PACUKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated ability to precept. Demonstrated high level of
clinical competence. Effective interpersonal skills, including
verbal and written communication. Basic math skills. Basic computer
skills preferred. Previous experience with the use of specialized
medical equipment.Primary Duties and Responsibilities Adheres to
surgical schedule and case turnover consistent with standards. Is
ready for first case of the day consistent with OR scheduling
policies. Maintains communication with control desk anticipating
delays or completion of case.Anticipates needs of surgical team by
correctly assembling needed supplies for each procedure according
to physician preference card. Verifies that all equipment is
functioning at the beginning of and during the case, recognizing
own problem-solving limitations, and seeks assistance as needed.
Maintains a sterile field throughout the case by practicing aseptic
techniques in accordance with standards of care and infection
control guidelines; or anticipates needs of the perioperative
patient in the PACU setting.Communicates patient's clinical
information clearly and accurately in verbal and written format.
Clearly and accurately documents pertinent information in the
patient's medical record. Consistently demonstrates effective
documentation practices and develops strategies to ensure complete
documentation of patient care.Completes timely initial and ongoing
patient assessments, considering the physiological, psychosocial,
spiritual, cultural, and developmental needs of patients and
families. Serves as a resource in planning care for complex
patients.Contributes to the achievement of established department
goals and objectives and adheres to department policies,
procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with
governmental and accreditation regulations. Seeks opportunities to
participate in developing, revising standards of practice to meet
changing patient population requirements.Coordinates care of
assigned patient(s) preoperatively, intraoperatively, and/or
postoperatively. Consistently demonstrates effective leadership
behavior. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality.
Facilitates collaboration among other health team members fostering
effective communication with other disciplines.Delivers nursing
care to patients considering the current status of the patient and
the plan of care and incorporating the principles of patient
centered care.Evaluates the patient's response to treatment and
progress toward identified goals and revises plan of care as
appropriate.In collaboration with the patient, family, and other
members of the health care team, systematically develops, revises,
and coordinates the patient's plan of care. Formulates nursing
diagnosis as necessary. Assists others in developing, revising, and
coordinating patient's plan of care.In coordinating the delivery of
patient care, delegates activities to unlicensed staff in
accordance with MedStar/facility policies, principles of
Patient-Centered Care, and the Maryland Nurse Practice Act.
Supervises the performance of the delegated nursing task by the
unlicensed staff. Assists staff in delegation/time management
skills. Identifies ways to facilitate working relationships among
all levels of staff.Initiates and monitors discharge planning
activities in collaboration with other members of the health care
team. Takes the lead in facilitating timely discharge.Maintains a
safe and therapeutic environment of caring for patients and
families. Provides basic patient comfort measures. When necessary,
provides environmental support to expedite timely patient admission
or transfer. Ensures a safe, supportive environment for staff and
medical staff. Identifies and acts upon opportunities to improve
the environment of care.Participates in multidisciplinary quality
and service improvement teams.Performs other duties as
assigned.About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated to
providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the
Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine
through education, innovation and research. Our 30,000 associates
and 5,400 affiliated physicians work in a variety of settings
across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300
community-based locations, the largest visiting nurse association
in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to
research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical
partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar is
dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but
also to the continuing education and professional development of
our whole team. MedStar Health offers diverse opportunities for
career advancement and personal fulfillment.
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