Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy - $2,892 per week in San Luis Obispo, CA

or A.S.) required Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred Description: This role works with Bronchoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), and Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) procedures. Demonstrates understanding and interpretation of diagnostic measures such as lab tests, radiology exams, and EKG interpretation.

Job Title: RN II-Endoscopy (Mandatory Call) Profession: Registered Nurse (RN) Specialty: Endoscopy Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Rotating Shift 1st Hours per Shift: 8 hours Experience: One year GI experience required License: Current RN license in state of practice required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required Must-Have: High School Education/GED or equivalent required Associate Degree (A.A. or A.S.) required Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred Description: This role works with Bronchoscopy, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), and Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) procedures. Monitors patients during procedures and recognizes alterations in physiological and psychological status. Responsible for patient recovery post-sedation. Utilizes knowledge of post-procedure complications and discharge criteria. Provides patients with clear and concise follow-up instructions at discharge. Demonstrates understanding and interpretation of diagnostic measures such as lab tests, radiology exams, and EKG interpretation. Uses professional nursing judgment to implement the nursing care plan and resolve identified patient problems. Knowledgeable about equipment and supplies used for procedures, including proper cleaning and handling. Practices infection control techniques. Responsible for ensuring all equipment for GI procedures is properly set up. Demonstrates competency in techniques of endoscope manipulation and knowledge of complications associated with endoscopy and their symptoms. Assists the physician or advanced provider during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to promote optimal patient outcomes. Follows hospital policies for minimal/moderate sedation, including pre and post-assessment. Completes physical and social history within 30 minutes after patient arrival. Identifies common recurrent patient problems, symptoms, and behavioral changes. Reviews medical history, physical examination, nursing care plan, and all available assessment data. Accurately interprets ECG rhythm and manages care of patients during life-threatening emergencies. Demonstrates knowledge of lead functions and application, making recommendations for monitoring based on patient presentation. Understands and follows chain of command per policy. Identifies abnormal diagnostic data and reports it to the appropriate person. Recognizes symptoms of cardiac or respiratory distress or other impending emergencies. Initiates a multidisciplinary, goal-oriented care plan for each patient in collaboration with the health care team. Participates in the universal protocol time-out process on each patient. Consistently performs necessary safety and quality control checks. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational requirements include receiving all required vaccinations as a condition of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.