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Inpatient Nurse (RN)- Endoscopy

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University of Utah

Aug 30

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
  • Salt Lake City

AI generated summary

  • You must have a valid RN license in Utah or obtain one, current RQI eCredential, possible additional certifications, and the ability to meet physical demands of the role.
  • You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, educate families, ensure safety, guide team members, and participate in quality management to enhance patient outcomes.

Requirements

  • Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
  • Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
  • Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
  • Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.
  • This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients.
  • Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
  • Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking.
  • Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed.

Responsibilities

  • Identifies, assesses and diagnoses problems through patient assessment and interactions; and evaluates actual or potential patient health problems.
  • Assesses, plans and implements interventions for solving patient care problems.
  • Formulates care plans for specific patients and documents the nursing process in patient's record.
  • Evaluates patient response to interventions and modifies plan of care as needed to achieve health care goals.
  • Develops and participates in educating patients, their families, or significant others about post discharge care programs.
  • Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to revise the plan of care as the patient's condition warrants.
  • Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment.
  • Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care.
  • Keeps current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs.
  • Orients and educates new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
  • Provides and oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physicians' orders.
  • Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control, and safety precaution; and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations.
  • Participates in total quality management to positively affect patient and system outcomes to improve care.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Inpatient Nurse (RN) for the Endoscopy department?

The main responsibility is to deliver exceptional nursing care by assessing patient status, implementing clinical nursing interventions, and developing patient care plans to enhance outcomes and ensure a safe environment.

What are the qualifications required for this position?

Required qualifications include a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire, and current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system within 30 days of hire.

Are there any preferred qualifications for this role?

Yes, preferred qualifications may include certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.

What is the work schedule like for this position?

The work schedule is variable and consists of 12-hour shifts, which may include extended or alternative shifts.

Is there a need for physical exertion in this role?

Yes, this position involves intensive work that may require exerting up to 100 pounds and consistently lifting, carrying, pushing, or moving objects such as medical equipment or patients.

What kind of environment will I be working in?

You will be working in a clinical environment at Huntsman Cancer Hospital, which is a Level 1 Trauma Center.

Does the University of Utah Health have any diversity and inclusion initiatives?

Yes, University of Utah Health values candidates with experience in diverse settings and encourages individuals from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

What should I do if I need a reasonable accommodation during the application process?

You should contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500 for assistance with reasonable accommodations.

How can I inquire further about this position?

You can inquire about this posting by emailing careers@hsc.utah.edu.

What is the workplace setup for this job?

The workplace setup for this position is on-site at the Huntsman Cancer Hospital.

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University of Utah

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Mission & Purpose

The University of Utah, located in Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, is the flagship institution of higher learning in Utah. Founded in 1850, it serves over 31,000 students from across the U.S. and the world. With over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law and medicine, the university prepares students to live and compete in the global workplace. Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, the U encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty and business leaders. The University of Utah became a member of the PAC-12 conference in July 2011. Technology and Commercialization The University of Utah is tops in the country for creating start-up companies from university research, according to a ranking by the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM). See http://unews.utah.edu/news_releases/u-of-utah-no-1-for-startups for more information. Forbes magazine’s recent ranking of the “Best States for Business” pointed to “an educated labor force” as a big reason Utah came in at number one. The U supplies many of the employees for companies that keep expanding their operations in Utah, such as Goldman Sachs, Adobe, Omniture, Oracle, Ebay and many others. http://pac12info.utah.edu/commercialization-of-innovation/ Healthcare University of Utah Health Care recently ranked first in the nation in a prestigious national study. The University Health System Consortium’s 2010 Quality and Accountability Study compared 98 of the nation’s top academic medical centers and ranked them based on core quality measures, patient safety indicators, mortality rates, re-admission rates, and patient satisfaction scores