Registered Nurse – Medical/Surgical

We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide exceptional care for patients undergoing gastrointestinal procedures, including colonoscopies and upper endoscopies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing, with a specific focus on pre-procedure assessments, moderate sedation monitoring, intra-procedure support, and post-anesthesia recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-procedure assessments and prepare patients for gastrointestinal procedures.
• Monitor patients during moderate sedation and provide intra-procedure nursing support.
• Assist in the post-anesthesia recovery process to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Educate patients on procedure details and post-procedure care.
• Administer medications and document patient information in the electronic health record system (Epic).

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in Illinois.
• BLS certification required.
• Prior experience in acute care, procedural areas, endoscopy, PACU, ICU, or critical care.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and patient care.

Work Schedule

This position involves a 40-hour work week with a requirement of 6-8 days of on-call duty over a 6-week period. The schedule may include rotating on-call coverage during overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Information

Applicants must have a permanent address located more than 50 miles from the working facility.