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Registered Nurse (RN) GI Endoscopy

Advocate Health · West Allis, WI

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to calm down an anxious patient right before a procedure like an endoscopy.

bedside communication skill with patients facing invasive procedures on tight timelines

What is your experience with Med/Surg, ICU, ED, or perioperative nursing, and how did that prepare you for a fast-paced procedural unit like this one?

whether the stated 1-2 years of qualifying experience actually transfers to procedural nursing

Tell me about a time you caught an error or near-miss before it reached a patient, maybe a medication, consent, or site issue.

attention to safety checks like the surgical/procedural time-out process

Describe a time you worked with a physician who was moving fast and you needed to speak up about a patient safety concern.

willingness to advocate for patients even when it means pushing back on a physician in the moment

How do you typically communicate with a patient's family while they're in a procedure or recovering from one like an ERCP or EUS?

skill in managing family expectations and communication in an outpatient procedural flow

Technical

Walk me through your experience with GI procedures like colonoscopies, EGDs, ERCP, or EUS. What was your role during the procedure?

whether the candidate has direct hands-on exposure to the specific procedures this unit runs, not just general procedural room experience

How do you monitor a patient under conscious sedation, and what are you watching for that would make you stop the procedure or call for help?

depth of knowledge on sedation monitoring standards, not just familiarity with the term

Where are you in your ACLS certification, and have you had to use those skills in a real situation?

compliance readiness with the required cert and comfort applying it under pressure

Describe how you'd handle instrument and scope reprocessing or working alongside GI technicians to keep the room turning over quickly and safely.

understanding of infection control and teamwork with techs in a high-volume endoscopy environment

Situational

Tell me about a time a patient started to have a complication during moderate sedation. What did you see first and what did you do?

real-time recognition of sedation-related complications and whether they escalate appropriately and quickly

You have a full schedule of same-day procedures and one patient's prep is inadequate for their colonoscopy. What do you do?

judgment on patient safety versus schedule pressure in a high-throughput outpatient setting

This unit runs a call rotation about every tenth weekend plus a weekday call day. How have you handled being on call in a prior role, and what would make that work for you here?

honest fit assessment for the call schedule and reliability under after-hours demands

You're told you'll be cross-trained into Same Day Surgery. How do you feel about splitting your skill set across two different units?

flexibility and openness to cross-training rather than wanting a narrowly defined role

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The full job description

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Department: 36802 Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Gastrointestinal Services Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday - Friday 0730-1800 with flexible end and start time. Call rotation approximately every 10th weekend and one call day per week. Will cross train to Same Day Surgery. Completion of ACLS within 3 months of hire. Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – GI Lab West Allis, WI Where You Will Work: • Patient Population: Adult patients in the outpatient and inpatient setting. The team supports a wide range of Endoscopic procedures including preventative screening and diagnostic colonoscopies, EGDs, ERCP, Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS), and bronchoscopies. • Culture:  Collaborative, friendly, caring, and supportive • Skill Mix:  Experienced nurses and GI Technicians We’re Looking For: • Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing • Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association • 1-2 Years of Med/Surg, ICU, ED or 1 year perioperative nursing experience. *Nurse Extern time excluded from Nursing experience. • ACLS is required by completion of orientation. What You’ll Do: • As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. • Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Count on Aurora West Allis Medical Center for care that’s both personal and exceptional. Located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort.  Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care.  We have also been recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology.  Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care.  At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.   Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. • Must be able to: • lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. • lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. • carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance. • Must be able to: • push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. • perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. • Position requires use of foot pedals on carts or machines. • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary. • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions. • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.   Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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