GI Registered Nurse - Ambulatory (FT)

Company: Inova Franconia-Springfield Surgery Center
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: November 16, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description Work a schedule that fits your life: No Nights, No Weekends, No Holidays, No Call Inova Franconia-Springfield Surgery Center is a full service ambulatory outpatient facility. We provide cost-effective outpatient services using modern, state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and caring environment by highly-skilled, compassionate staff serving the Washington DC Metro area HOURS: Full-Time, day shift, reporting time generally 0700 or 0730, hours will flex depending on the needs of the unit, JOB RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to: * Circulates and assists in GI procedures, i.e. egd, colonoscopy, etc. * Provides communication between team members within the endoscopy suite and outside the endoscopy suite. * Informs the OR Nurse Manager of case progress and reports and unusual circumstances. * Arranges room for specific GI procedure. * Verifies proper function of necessary equipment. * Assures that adequate supplies are available per procedure. * Verifies operative consent for correct patient, procedure & physician. Ensures all documentation is signed, dated and timed. Verifies chart has complete and updated history & physical. * Assists in patient transport to and from the GI room. * May assist anesthesia provider during induction & during other crucial periods. * Assists with decontamination of equipment and instruments using detergents and disinfectant solutions. QUALIFICATIONS: • Current licensure in Virginia (or reciprocal state) as a Registered Nurse • Progressive work experience in Endoscopy Suite, no less than one year • Current BLS certification • ACLS preferred within six (6) months of date of hire • Competence in oral and written communication BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Medical • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance • Disability Insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match • Generous Paid Time Off Program • Paid Holidays PI125896747

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