Registered Nurse- Endoscopy- Seattle, WA

Company: UnitedHealth Group
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

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Position in this function is under general supervision, the Endoscopy Registered Nurse (RN) applies elements of the nursing process in the provision of professional nursing care to all patients in accordance with accepted standards of practice for the Endoscopy GI Lab. The staff RN is responsible for assessing the patient's individual care needs and developing a plan of care based on this assessment. The RN is responsible for the facilitation of patient care delivery by effectively collaborating with other health care providers on an intra- and interdepartmental basis.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Planning and Coordination of Patient Care
  • Assesses the health status of the patient in order to develop an individualized plan of care by collecting, categorizing and interpreting data (physical and psychosocial) from documented information, observation, patient/family interview and other health care team members
  • Develops a nursing care plan based on the assessment of the patient that included nursing diagnosis, patient goals and nursing interventions necessary to achieve these goals
  • Implements the nursing care plan to provide optimal individualized care for the patient
  • Documents nursing activities to provide a permanent record, for continuity of care, quality improvement and professional accountability
  • Establishes and maintains a safe environment to protect the patient and the health care team by monitoring the patient (physiologically and psychologically) and the environment and by implementing safety procedures
  • Coordinates support services needed during endoscopy by anticipating and communicating patient and surgical team needs
  • Communicates information to patient/family
  • Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care to determine degree of goal attainment by comparing patient outcomes with patient goals
  • Initiates appropriate behaviors unique to endoscopy nursing
  • Patient Interaction and Safety
    • Identifies the patient to ensure that the patient, procedure and site correspond
    • Plans, supervises and assists with the transfer of the patient to protect the patient and personnel from injury
    • Positions the patient during diagnostic/therapeutic procedure while maximizing patient safety and comfort
    • Establishes and maintains a clean environment to reduce the potential for infection by applying the principles of antisepsis, decontamination, disinfection, sanitation, sterilization and environmental monitoring
    • Teaches, supervises and applies principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions
    • Organizes and coordinates supplies, equipment, and team members to maintain an efficient, effective and safe postoperative environment through ongoing patient and situation assessment, priority setting, procurement of supplies and arrangement of equipment, by teaching, directing, communicating and collaborating with health care team members and support service personnel
    • Executes nursing activities to provide life support in an emergency situation by taking appropriate action and/or providing direction/assistance to health care team members
    • Communicates information to recovery room personnel to promote continuity of care
    • Clinical Duties
      • Assesses the health status of the patient in order to develop an individualized plan of care by collecting, categorizing and interpreting data (physical and psychosocial) from documented information, observation, patient/family interview and other health care team members
      • Develops and implements a nursing care plan based on the assessment of the patient that included nursing diagnosis, patient goals and nursing interventions necessary to achieve these goals
      • Communicates any necessary information and instructs the patient and family to assist the patient in the achievement of optimal health status
      • Documents nursing activities to provide a permanent record, for continuity of care, quality improvement and professional accountability
      • Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care to determine degree of goal attainment by comparing patient outcomes with patient goals
      • Executes nursing activities to provide life support in an emergency by taking appropriate action and/or providing direction/assistance to health care team members
      • Administers medications and other modalities within the scope of practice as a Registered Nurse
      • Participates in educational programs to enhance nursing knowledge
        You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
        
        Required Qualifications:
        • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
        • Active Registered Nurse license through the Washington State Department of Health
        • Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers (AHA) or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross)
        • BLS and ACLS certification is required. PALS certification also required, but may be obtained within the first six months of hire
        • Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential job function of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
          Preferred Qualifications:
          • Membership in the Society of Gastrointestinal National Association and certification by SGNA
          • 2+ years of recent endoscopy lab experience preferred. Demonstrated advanced level of achievement of performance standards for endoscopy nursing according to SGNA standards of care
          • 2+ years of nursing experience in area of responsibility ( GI endoscopy) To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment
            
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            Washington Residents Only: The hourly range for Washington residents is $27.07 to $53.08. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
            
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