Job Description
G.I. & Pulmonary Endoscopy RN (CLIN NURSE 2) Job Summary The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.
Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.
Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
Apply By Date : August 12th, 2024 by 11:59p.m. Minimum Qualifications - 2 years of RN endoscopy procedural experience as primary focus of work
- 2 years of RN Moderate Sedation Experience as a substantial component of work responsibilities
- A valid California registered nurse license without restriction
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
- Moderate Sedation Certification
- ACLS Certification
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
- Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
- Commitment to excellence in patient care.
- Effective interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
- Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.
- Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
- Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.
Preferred Qualifications - CCRN Certification
- SGNA Certification
- BSN
- 2 years RN work experience in a GI Endoscopy work setting
Key Responsibilities - 70% - Nursing Process and Practice
- 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
- 5% - Leadership
- 5% - Professional Development
- 5% - Research
Department Overview The Hospital Based Endoscopy Department provides care to patients undergoing flexible and ridged endoscopic procedures, to include but not limited to, EGD, Colonoscopy, and Bronchoscopy. Registered Nurses in the Endoscopy department at UC Davis Medical Center provide care patients with a variety of Endoscopy Procedures needs. Patient conditions include healthy with a few comorbidities, unhealthy with multiple comorbidities, and critically ill patients with multiple comorbidities.
Department Specific Job Scope The Clinical Nurse completes all Endoscopy tasks such as providing moderate sedation, participating and providing technical assistance to the proceduralists across multiple procedure types. Procedure types include, but not limited to: Flexible Bronchoscopy, Ridged Bronchoscopy, Robotic Assisted Bronchoscopy, Upper & Lower GI Endoscopy, Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), Biliary/Pancreatic Manometry, Cardiac resynchronization therapy, Colonoscopy, Dilatation During Endoscopy, Double Balloon Endoscopy, Endoscopic Variceal Ligation (EVL) Banding, Hemorrhoid Banding, Argon Plasma Coagulation Therapy, Ablation Therapy, Endoscopic Ultrasound with Fine Needle Aspiration, Sclerotherapy, Photodynamic Therapy, Laser Endoscopy, Pediatric pH Probe, Pediatric Capsule Endoscopy, Specimen Collection/Labeling, and Pre/Post-Endoscopy Recovery. The nurse will be able to sedate and recover adult patients with compromised airways and/or respiratory status, with ICU level of care patients, and other high acuity patients. Nurse will provide education and teaching to the patient and family for procedures they will perform at home. Nurse must be able to perform endoscope reprocessing and culturing as needed. Nurse must perform pre and post procedure phone calls and triage follow-up as needed with MD. New procedures are added to the daily practice periodically and the nurse must be adaptive to these changes after proper education has been received.
POSITION INFORMATION - Salary or Pay Range: $70.21 - $94.47
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 114
- UC Job Title: CLIN NURSE 2
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100%
- Shift Hours: Variable Days, 10hr shifts, 0645-1715
- Location: Main Hospital (HSP001) - Sacramento, CA
- Union Representation: NX-Nurses
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
- This is not an H-1b visa opportunity.
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC:
- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
- Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
- Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
- Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
- UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff Physical Demands
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Microwave/Radiation - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment
- Works overtime as defined by the collective bargaining agreements; floats to other areas; and works weekends, holidays and call as required. References reflect an overall meets or exceeds.
Special Requirements
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
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