Endoscopy Associate (CER/CFER required) - GI Unit - Mount Sinai West - Full Time - Days - 8am - 4pm

The Endoscopy Associate performs various direct care activities for the patient under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse by providing direct patient care and related activities as assigned. The Endoscopy Associate also works under the direct supervision of an attending physician, and follows the guidelines and policies of the Department of Nursing

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

1.Performs and records patient's vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respirations.

2.Documents intake and output and other data as assigned

3.Reports any changes in the patients condition or abnormal values to the registered nurse as indicated

4.Sets up equipment for, and assists physician and RN with, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including, but not limited to, Upper Endoscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP, manometry, spyglass, 24 hr ph, Bravo. Downloads patient information from Bravo and 24 hr. ph into appropriate database

5.Checks equipment function for use during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

6.Cleans, disinfects and/or sterilizes equipment and accessories according to Infection Control guidelines. Documents all processing activities into appropriate logs.

7.Maintains processing machines with scheduled filter changes

8.Troubleshoots equipment and scope problems. Prepares and arranges for repairs with manufacturer and/or Hospital Clinical Engineering Department.

9.Performs clinical procedures such as specimen collection, EKG, application of post-mortem care, and maintenance of skin integrity

10.Prepares specimens by carefully labeling and entering proper information in log book.

11.Assists patient with activities of daily living, such as feeding, bathing and/or toileting. Orients patients to clinical environment. Assists patient with ambulation and all levels of mobilization

12.Applies heat and cold applications when necessary.

13.Maintains a safe, clean and functional environment, including ensuring for the comfortable movement of the patient. Assists the patient in room maintenance, such as bed-stripping and trash removed, when necessary.

14.Assists the patient in room maintenance, such as bed-stripping and trash removed, when necessary.

15.Assist in transport of patients when needed

16.Maintains travel carts with appropriate supplies and assures equipment is in working order.

17.Maintains