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Form of workAt GI Associates we believe in striving for the best outcomes for our patients, employees, and community.
Imagine your next career as a digestive health expert! GI Associates is looking for motivated people to join our growing independent gastroenterology practice. Our nationally recognized physicians and dedicated team are patient-focused and provide compassionate, collaborative care to patients across southeast Wisconsin.
GI Associates provides an excellent work-life balance and amazing benefits package including:
- No weekends
- No Holidays
- PTO & paid anniversary day
- 7% GI Associates retirement contribution & 401(k) plan
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Flexible spending plan
- Short- & long-term disability
- Basic & supplemental life insurance
Position summary:
Our RN has the unique opportunity to contribute to a harmonious work environment by providing a balance of hands-on patient care while supporting our Team at GI Associates. Our RN maintains and manages our GIA Practice's in a strong team environment and offers the highest quality of care to both patients and family members. This position is an integral part of the foundation at GI Associates with patients and family members looking to you for their choice of the highest quality care in GI.
Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for assessment and monitoring of the patient pre- and post-operative period
Responsible for the administration of IV conscious sedation under the direction of the physician
Complete all medical documentation efficiently in a timely manner
Recognize and respond to emergency care needs as per policy
Initiates pre calls to patients prior to their scheduled procedure to answer questions and collect patient data
Assist intra-procedure under the direction of the physician
Knowledgeable of proper handling of equipment and materials (scopes, light sources, and ancillary equipment)
Transporting patients as needed
Maintains safe work environment (completes daily and monthly emergency cart check as per policy and completes daily narcotic/drug count)
Communicates to head nurse openly on any new and important information
Communicates to manager on any patient or employee issues
Eager and willingness to learn and grow in the knowledge of GI Anatomy and Physiology, Disease Processes and GI related diagnostic procedures and treatment
Dedicated to comprehensive patient education
Integral in assisting with prioritizing STAT, important & normal patient information/clinical results and provides information to the appropriate staff (Physician, Triage Department, Hospital Department, etc.)
Working collaboratively with GIA members to optimize patient care and be influential in maintaining a healthy team environment
Minimum requirements
- Completion accredited RN program
- Current RN licensure for the State of Wisconsin
- Practice-based learning and improvement, empathy, and clinical judgement
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or ability to obtain upon hire
- One year of experience in clinical nursing
- Previous gastroenterology experience
- EMR experience
