Specialty RN Gastroenterology

Specialty Registered Nurse Endoscopy (G.I)

Sign on Bonus – Full Time (5 x 8s)

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.

Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.

Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way

Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.

 

Position Responsibilities

·       Performs patient and family teaching regarding endoscopic procedures.

·       Prepares the endoscopy room appropriately with the necessary medications and accessory devices.

·      Demonstrate proficiency in the use of endoscopic accessory devices, including hot and cold biopsy forceps, snares, bipolar probes, banding equipment, ERCP catheters, and guidewires.

·       Evaluates, assesses and documents patient's Cardio-respiratory status while undergoing moderate sedation, reports abnormal values to physician, and intervenes appropriately.

·       Performs initial vital signs and admission history to include introduction to patient and family. Assessment of chief compliant and notification of physician within 15 minutes of arrival.

·       Obtains and documents a complete nursing admission assessment, including physiological and psychological factors to develop a plan of care upon admission.

·       Performs and documents an accurate system assessment.

·       Responds to diagnostic data and initiates appropriate action or intervention.

·       Assesses patient education needs on arrival and discharge.

·       Assesses psychological needs specific to patient's age, growth and development.

·       Initiates plan of care upon completion of assessment.

·       Establishes priorities for patient care based on patients needs.

·       Verbalizes understanding of patient diagnosis of plan of care.

·       Safely and correctly initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergency situations.

·       Administers, observes and documents effectiveness. Recognizes and reports adverse reactions immediately.

·       Provides individualized instructions to patient/significant other regarding plan of care.

·       Demonstrates safe and correct use of unit specific equipment.

·       Ensures that each patient's general hygiene needs are met.

·       Performs Pre-Operative and Post-Operative care and instructions for each assigned patient.

·       Performs dressing changes using aseptic technique.

·       Collects and labels specimens per policy when ordered by physician.

·       Performs bedside glucose monitoring according to policy, performs ostomy care to include irrigation, appliance usage and reinforcement of teaching.

·       Inserts intermittent or indwelling urinary catheter using aseptic technique.

·       Administers oxygen therapy according to physician order.

·       Transfer patients in/out of the GI station in an efficient manner, by obtaining a complete and correct set of physician orders. Completes documentation of transfer summary.

·       All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·       Current RN FL State license

·       BLS and ACLS required

·       Graduated from an accredited school of Nursing. BSN preferred

·       Min. 1 year of experience

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

·       Health benefits

·       Life insurance

·       Long-term disability coverage

·       Healthcare spending accounts

·       Retirement plan

·       Paid time off

·       Pet Insurance

·       Tuition reimbursement

·       Employee assistance program

·       Wellness program

·       Free Parking 

·       On-site housing for select positions and more