RN ASC GI Arlington
Company: Optum
Location: Everett
Posted on: March 7, 2025
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Job Description:
$10,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates
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Role Description:
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.
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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
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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 (BLS) for Healthcare providers (AHA) -
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is
required within 3 months of hire
1+ years of experience working as a Registered Nurse
Preferred Qualifications:
Membership in the Society of Gastrointestinal National Association
and certification by SGNA
2+ years of recent endoscopy lab or ICU, ED experience preferred.
Demonstrated advanced level of achievement of performance standards
for endoscopy nursing according to SGNA standards of care
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The hourly range for this role is $28.61 to $56.06 per hour based
on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including
but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience,
certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum
wage laws as applicable. 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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At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier
lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We
believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location
and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.
Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good
health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color,
historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We
are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and
enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health
disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority
reflected in our mission. -
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Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal
Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin,
protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information,
or any other characteristic protected by law.
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OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass
a drug test before beginning employment.
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