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Registered Nurse (RN) - GI Lab

Advocate Health · Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Walk me through a patient you cared for during or right after an endoscopy or colonoscopy procedure who started to deteriorate. What did you see first, and what did you do?

whether the candidate recognizes procedural sedation complications early and reacts with a clear clinical sequence rather than panic

Tell me about a time you had to manage more than one patient at different stages of pre-op, procedure, and recovery at the same time. How did you keep track of everyone?

time management and prioritization in a fast turnover, high volume procedural environment

Tell me about a time you had to delegate a task to an LPN or unlicensed staff member during a busy shift. How did you decide what to hand off?

understanding of scope of practice and safe delegation

Tell me about a disagreement you had with a coworker or physician about a patient's care. How did you work it out?

conflict resolution skills and ability to keep the patient's interest central

Tell me about a time a patient or family member was anxious or upset before a procedure. How did you handle it?

communication skills and patient-centered engagement through the care continuum

What does professional development look like for you right now, and how do you stay current with GI nursing practice or certifications?

commitment to ongoing learning and specialty-specific competency

Technical

How do you monitor a patient under moderate sedation during a GI procedure, and what would make you stop the procedure or call for help?

working knowledge of conscious sedation protocols and clear thresholds for intervention

What's your approach to documenting care in the EHR during a procedure day when things are moving fast and you're behind?

discipline around accurate, timely charting even under time pressure

How do you approach caring for a pediatric patient versus an older adult coming in for the same GI procedure?

understanding of age-specific care principles required by the role

What steps do you take to protect yourself and your patient from exposure risks, like blood, body fluids, or chemical hazards, during a GI procedure?

knowledge of infection control and personal protective practices specific to endoscopy settings

Situational

A patient comes into the GI lab for a procedure and their vital signs look fine, but something feels off to you. How do you handle that?

trust in clinical judgment and willingness to escalate on a gut feeling backed by assessment

Say a physician wants to proceed with a scope on a patient whose consent form looks incomplete or unclear. What do you do?

comfort speaking up to a physician and knowledge of patient safety and consent standards

You're on call and get pulled in for an urgent GI bleed case at night. What's going through your head as you prep the room and the patient?

readiness for the call rotation and ability to mobilize quickly under pressure

If you were asked to float to another unit you're less familiar with, like med-surg or the ED, how would you prepare yourself to be useful and safe?

flexibility and self-awareness about the limits of one's competency

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The full job description

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Department: 36802 Advocate Trinity Hospital - Gastrointestinal Services Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 1.0 7-3 5 days per week with some Saturdays and 1 week of call every 7 weeks Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Major Responsibilities: • Engages in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices. • Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care. • Monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence care outcomes. • Upholds and promotes a culture of safety. • Continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed. • May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures. • Demonstrates effective communication, feedback, and conflict resolution, fostering team collaboration and appropriate delegation. • Pursues professional development, completes required education, and maintains certifications. • Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics and practices ethical decision-making, respects interdisciplinary roles, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care. • Appropriate delegation to other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel (i.e., nurse aides, credentialed medical assistants, etc.). • Maintains accurate, timely EHR documentation. • May be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs. • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards Minimum Job Requirements  Education Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program.  Certification / Registration / License  • Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.  • Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where the RN is providing client nursing services  Note : Licensed nurses practicing via telehealth/telenursing/virtual modalities are required to be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located. Licensed nurses are responsible and accountable for knowing, understanding, and practicing in compliance with the laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice of the state(s) where the client(s) is/are located.  Experience Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.  Knowledge / Skills / Abilities  • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking.  • Time management, prioritization and problem-solving skills.  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.  • Proficiency in operating computer functions (e.g., E-mail, electronic records, digital platforms etc.) clinical, aviation, maintenance, communications, and administrative departments.   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 and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.  • Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.  • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.  • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.  • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.  • 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 be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.  • Physical Abilities Testing may be required.  • Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.  Preferred Job Requirements  Education Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN)  This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. 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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