endoscopy staff rn resume example

• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• Developed Endoscopy Covid 19 On-Call Protocol utilized in surgical and endoscopy services.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
• Strengthened training and nursing knowledge by taking part in continuing education programs and in services.
• Served as liaison for all endoscopy vendors and planned and coordinated all staff in services.
• Offered exceptional care as endoscopy nurse for hospital-based endoscopy department with case numbers 12 to 20 per day, for diverse population age group: young adult to geriatric. Followed Covid 19 hospital protocols and guidelines.
• Delivered patient care and performed charge nurse duties. Flexible, adaptable and proactive to perform multiple roles at any given time: circulator nurse, monitor nurse, assisting nurse, endo tech, decon tech, add-on case scheduler, preop nurse, answering phone calls, lunch break relief, etc.
• Delivered high level of quality care while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Worked closely with gastroenterologist and assigned anesthesiologist plus management and coordination of patient care for 3rd On Call gastroenterologist performing in patient endoscopic procedures in between outpatient block scheduling.
• Educated patients on procedures and facility processes.
• Prepared rooms according to specific endoscopic procedures.
• Reviewed and documented patient medical history to accurately reflect nursing assessment, changes in clinical state and other pertinent patient information to support multidisciplinary team to deliver great care.
• Performed patient assessment, VS monitoring, IV insertion and other routine procedures and documented in electronic medical record (EPIC) to support interdisciplinary care.
• Administered medication to patients according to facility protocols-Conscious sedation (Moderate sedation). Utilized Ramsey and Aldrete scoring. Checked for ASA evaluation and mallampati score.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care (Utilized EPIC charting)
• Conducted pre-op calls to review specific instructions prior to procedure and post-op calls to improve patient satisfaction, answer questions and address new or worsening symptoms.
• Studied contraindications, lab results, allergies and potential interactions before administering patient medication and treatments according to physician orders.
• Evaluated patient histories, H&Ps, previous hospital encounters, referrals, cardiac clearance, patient past and presenting complaints and current symptoms.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated gastroenterologist and clinical charge nurse with current information.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
• Pulled supplies for specific patient needs and treatments . Utilized Omnicell for supplies and patient charges using EPIC. Organized special supplies and developed track list for high volume supplies.
• Inspected procedure rooms and maintained excellent hygiene and safety by decontaminating equipment and sanitizing surfaces.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions. Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
• Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
• Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
• Helped to set up and assisted with: WATS 3D brushing and take biopsies ; H. Pylori Culture and Sensitivity collection, CRE balloon dilation (Esophagus/Pyloric channel/Colon); EGD ,Colonoscopies, Small Bowel Enteroscopy; BRAVO capsule placements (download data and print reports); Small Bowel Capsule endoscopy (download data and print reports); Colon Decompression in endoscopy department and under fluoro; PEG Placement, Esophageal Manometry, TEES, Bronchoscopies, Variceal Banding, Biopsies, Control GI Bleed using various treatment modalities such as Hemospray, Argon Plasma Coagulator, ERBE electrocautery, hemoclips, Epinephrine injection, etc
• Performed endo tech duties including bedside endoscope cleaning, manual cleaning using Veriscan air leak testing and scope buddy , followed by AER Medivator reprocessing.
• Utilized Epic and Provation daily.
• Assisted with cases in Endoscopy department, at bedside (ICU, CCU, Telemetry), in OR/Surgery.
• Took On-Call 7 days straight, plus additional 3rd call duties. Day/Evening rotation with 8 hour shifts starting 0700 or 07:30am .
• Assisted with diagnostic endoscopy. Assisted with therapeutic endoscopy procedures using Olympus diagnostic endoscope, side-viewing endoscope, single channel and double channel Olympus endoscopes.
• Received and processed stock into inventory management system in Endoscopy Department.
• are of the Veteran undergoing GI, Liver, and Pulmonary procedures
• Administration of moderate sedation
• Patient assessment and Pre-procedure preparation
• Intraprocedural monitoring
• Technical assistance with endoscopic procedures
• Post procedure/recovery care and monitoring for both moderate and general anesthesia cases
• Discharge teaching and education of patient/family
• Outpatient medication reconciliation
• Pre and post procedure telephone contact with patient/family
• Responsible for educating patients and family members.
• Completion of GI specific competency's
• Must remain knowledgeable about GI and hepatobiliary conditions
• Competent in the operations of, and care of GI equipment
• RME competency for specific GI equipment
• Documentation as required on Procedure Sedation Form and EMR
• Formulates an interdisciplinary plan of care and documents assignments, interventions, patient telephone encounters, and referrals in the computerized patient record system
• Participation in quality improvement activities
• Participate in unit education activities
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings
• Participate in emergent procedure on-call program
• Assume the duties related to those of a charge nurse
• Work collaboratively with MITs, Physicians, Nursing care coordinators on unit to assist with patient care needs
• Orient or mentor new students or employees

Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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• Performed Covid 19 nasopharyngeal testing.