During an endoscopy, a doctor inserts a long tube with a light and a camera called an endoscope into a patient’s esophagus, colon, stomach, ears, nose, throat, heart, urinary tract or abdomen. Endoscopy Nurse job duties directly contribute to the success of these procedures by providing care to the patient and assistance to the doctor. When they’re successful in their roles, they can help a medical facility or practice deliver exceptional care and adhere to health and safety standards. As a result, their work reduces the risk of medical errors and can positively impact patient satisfaction rates.
Que fait un Endoscopy Nurse ?
An Endoscopy Nurse, or Endoscopy RN, helps perform endoscopic procedures to diagnose and treat health issues. Their duties include preparing patients for procedures, assisting the doctor performing the test and delivering patient care during recovery.
Responsabilités
Un Endoscopy Nurse doit être capable de remplir diverses fonctions et responsabilités. Voici quelques fonctions et responsabilités qu'un Endoscopy Nurse doit être capable d'exécuter :
Explaining the procedure and fielding patient questions before an endoscopy
Administering sedatives and IV drips at the beginning of an endoscopy
Sterilizing and organizing equipment used during endoscopies
Assisting the doctor performing the endoscopy
Monitoring patient vital signs during and after the procedure
Providing discharge instructions to patients before they leave the hospital, clinic or doctor’s office
Compétences requises
Un Endoscopy Nurse compétitif aura certaines compétences et qualifications, notamment :
Familiarity with equipment like IV lines, endoscopes, flexible forceps, biopsy forceps and cytology brushes
Strong oral communication skills to interact with other health care professionals and patients
Observational skills to closely monitor patients
Interpersonal skills to put patients at ease
Multitasking skills to quickly shift focus from one task to another during procedures
Demonstrated written communication skills to complete reports
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