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Job description
Overview
nAt SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.
nAs part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.
nWhat sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:
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nnIntegrity
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nnService excellence
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nnTeamwork
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nnAccountability
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nnContinuous improvement
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nnInclusion
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n nOur values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.
nAt SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, to learn more about our benefits.
nYour ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.
nResponsibilities
nWe are actively hiring for an Registered Nurse (RN) Endoscopy (PRN-Pool). 1 shift per week minimum required-preferably Mondays
nDevelop an individualized perioperative patient plan of care by implementing:
nnnP rotecting the patient from injury caused by extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal sources.
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nnD emonstrating safe operation of equipment and machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation.
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nnS peak ing up with safety concerns acting as the patients advocate.
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nnHandling specimens according to facility policy and procedures.
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nnAdher ing to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment.
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nnComplying with Universal Protocol and facility site validation and time-out policy
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nnC ommunicating the patient’s current status to relevant parties throughout the continuum of care.
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nnA dministering medications safely and correctly using the 8 rights of medication administration.
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nnP racticing and monitoring aseptic technique .
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nnImplement ing the plan of care including the following interventions:
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nnM anaging patient recovery from anesthesia – Moderate sedation and Monitored anesthesia care .
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nnAssess ing patient status at intervals in accordance with facility policies and procedures .
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nnP roviding nursing care and appropriate monitoring in accordance with policies and procedures .
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nnP erforming interventions to maintain the patient’s tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels.
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nnEnsuring scopes are prepared for use in accordance with policies and procedures and manufacturer’s instructions for use .
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nnMaintain ing endoscopy instruments and accessories in working order. Troubleshooting and recognizing malfunctions .
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nnP erforming interventions to maintain the status of the patient’s genitourinary, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, endocrine, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological systems and fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balances at or above baseline levels.
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nnP erforming interventions to ensure the patient is at or returned to normothermia at the conclusion of the immediate postoperative period.
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nnP erforming interventions to protect the patient from infection.
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nnA ssessing the knowledge level of the patient or designated support person.
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nnP roviding education regarding the expected psychosocial response, nutritional management, medication management, pain management, and expected responses to the procedure.
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nnI nvolving the patient or designated support person actively in decisions affecting his or her perioperative plan of care and the rehabilitation process.
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nnP rotecting the patient’s rights, dignity, and privacy.
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nnP roviding age-specific, culturally competent, ethical care within legal standards of practice .
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nnEvaluate the patient’s progress toward attaining outcomes.
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nnTransfer care as applicable.
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nnProvide hand-off report to other teammates that are accurate, concise and pertinent to the patient’s condition and response to care.
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nnDelegate tasks according to the state Nurse Practice Act (if applicable), state board of nursing or professional registration requirements, state laws, and job descriptions .
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nnDocument episode of care accurately, timely, completely, and legibly.
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nnDemonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills with members of the team and other stakeholders.
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nnServe as a member of a multidisciplinary team in planning patient care.
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nnParticipate in quality review and performance improvement projects.
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nnParticipate in the performance appraisal process.
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nnUse problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships.
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nnMaintain required competencies.
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nnPursue professional growth.
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nnAct as a patient advocate and maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
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nnComply with al SCA and facility policies and procedures, regulatory and accreditation standards and professional guidelines when providing patient care.
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nnActively participate in team meetings, trainings, and daily safety huddles.
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nnDemonstrate fiscal responsibility.
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nnPerform all other duties as assigned.
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n nQualifications
nnnGraduate of an a ccredited s chool of n ursing .
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nnO ne year of GI, OR and /or medical / surgical nursing experience preferred .
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nnCurrent state nursing licensure to practice in good standings .
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nnSuccessful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 90 of employment or documentation of current BLS/BCLS certification.
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nnSuccessful completion of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification.
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nnSuccessful completion of Pediatric Advance Life support (PALS) course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility scope of services within 90 days of employment or documentation of current PALS certification.
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nnSpecialty certification in GI Nursing is preferred.
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n nUSD $28.00/Hr. USD $43.00/Hr.
Worksite address
scottsdale, AZ, 85261, US
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