Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Position Purpose:

At Mercy Medical Center, the Preprocedural Assessment Nurse plays a vital role in preparing patients for minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. This RN works primarily in a telephonic capacity through our centralized call center, conducting pre-procedure assessments and coordinating care. On occasion, this nurse may be asked to support the Endoscopy unit directly, assisting procedural nurses with patient care as needed.

What You Will Do

• Conduct telephonic pre-procedural assessments, patient education, and coordination with anesthesia to ensure readiness for endoscopic procedures.
• Review and verify surgical charts, confirm procedure details with patients, and ensure all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Provide occasional in-unit support to procedural nurses, assisting with direct patient care as needed.
  
  

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• Active RN license in the state of Massachusetts.
  
  

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• One or more years of acute inpatient nursing experience; Endoscopy experience strongly preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross). Certification support is available post-hire.
• Familiarity with American Gastroenterological Nurses Association (AGNA) standards.
  
  

Position Highlights

• Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours/week – Day Shift
• Work Days: Monday through Friday
• No weekends, holidays, or on-call requirements
  
  

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy’s Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.