Nurse Endoscopy

As a Nurse Endoscopy at Dignity Health, your main responsibilities include assisting physicians during procedures, managing scopes and high-level disinfection processes, and caring for patients before, during, and after their procedures. You'll also be responsible for preparing the operating room and creating personalized nursing care plans while demonstrating compassion and focus in high-pressure situations.

To be considered for the Nurse Endoscopy role at Dignity Health, you need to hold a current RN license in Arizona and have at least one year of Endoscopy experience, preferred. Additionally, you should possess BLS and ACLS certifications. A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred but not mandatory.

Dignity Health offers an Education Benefit program that assists eligible employees in pursuing their educational goals, providing up to $18,000 for full-time employees and $9,000 for part-time employees over five years. This program aims to alleviate student debt and enhance your professional development.

The working culture at Dignity Health is one of collaboration and support. As a Nurse Endoscopy, you will be part of a self-contained support system consisting of doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals, all focused on delivering the highest quality of care in a respectful environment.

Dignity Health provides a comprehensive benefits package for Nurse Endoscopy employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, and adoption assistance. Our goal is to ensure that you are well taken care of while you make a difference in the lives of others.

When answering this question, highlight specific procedures you've assisted with, your levels of direct involvement, and how you maintained patient safety and comfort during the processes. Emphasize any relevant technical skills and knowledge of endoscopic equipment.

Discuss your techniques for remaining calm and focused under stress, such as prioritizing tasks, practicing mindfulness, or leaning on collaboration with teammates. Provide examples of past experiences where you successfully navigated a high-pressure scenario in a healthcare setting.

Talk about your strategies for patient advocacy, including effective communication with the healthcare team, thoroughly understanding patient care plans, and integrating feedback from patients regarding their comfort and concerns during procedures.

In your response, detail your experience with the handling and management of endoscopy scopes, as well as your knowledge of infection control practices and high-level disinfection techniques. Show your commitment to maintaining strict hygiene standards.

Share a specific example demonstrating your commitment as a patient advocate. Illustrate how you identified a patient's needs, communicated effectively with the rest of the care team, and played a crucial role in improving the patient's outcomes.

Express your understanding of compassion as both an emotional and professional response in nursing. Offer examples of how you have shown compassion to patients and their families in past roles, highlighting how it contributed to their overall experience.

Mention any professional associations you belong to, courses you have taken, and journals you read to keep up with the latest evidence-based practices in nursing and endoscopy. This shows your commitment to continuous professional development.

Provide an example from your work history where you had to juggle multiple responsibilities. Highlight how you effectively prioritized tasks, communicated with your team, and ensured patient care remained a top priority throughout.

Discuss qualities like attention to detail, teamwork, empathy, and strong technical skills. Provide a reason for your choices, tying it back to your past experiences and how these qualities enhance patient care.

In your response, articulate your admiration for Dignity Health’s patient-centered approach, community service, and employee support systems. Share your passion for endoscopy nursing and how you align with the organization’s mission and values.