Endoscopy Nursing

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[@katrinataylor2224]

I literally watched this months ago when I couldn't decide between OR and endoscopy. I chose OR. Today I called endoscopy because I really regret choosing the OR. I literally had a panic attack today due to the toxicity in the OR. Everyone in endoscopy seemed so happy and I can't wait to transfer! I wish I had not wasted my time with OR. However, I will now be even more eternally grateful. No job is worth your mental health!

[@mariekano9730]

Yeah the OR is a hell hole of toxicity lol I was an OR nurse for 5 years before transferring to endoscopy. I dont miss the operating room at all

[@marinagreen3484]

I’m an OR nurse going in 2 yrs, trying to change and considering GI. OR Is very stressful, physically demanding and yes very toxic !I have prior experience as medsurge, home health , hospice

[@wiljonguarin5866]

I'm getting an interview with endoscopy today! I hope I like it! Less pay though...

[@TheKrystee]

Hey boo! I started off in endo, left to do “real nursing 🥴🥴” at a hospital two years ago starting off in endo and switching to MICU. I’m going RIGHT BACK to endoscopy. The hospital setting is another level of stress and toxicity I don’t care for! Cheers to endoscopy 🥂

[@luvnurseb5552]

Yesssss toxic work environments are never worth it.

[@musicksol]

This

[@favour3319]

I hope you get back in cos it a difficult area to get into. People rarely leave endoscopy😀😀😀

[@TheKrystee]

@@favour3319 I have my first travel assignment on Monday. After a year or so I’ll seek permanent positions. Lots of older nurses are retiring.

[@kaygall4973]

Does endoscopy involve a lot of feces. Are most patients having diarrhea?

[@mjk6335]

Welcome to the world of guts and butts. I have been a certified GI nurse for 14 years. I love talking about heart burn and IBD.

[@WiiAsian]

I'm a new grad nurse getting hired as an endoscopy nurse at an outpatient clinic! The hours and the work sound great, I honestly am stoked!

[@luvnurseb5552]

Congrats!

[@sofiag3989]

Hi!! How was your experience being a. Ew grad outpatient? I’m considering it

[@WiiAsian]

@@sofiag3989 @Sofia G hi Sofia! Honestly, I love it. During my clinicals I'm the program I never felt like I any unit called to me and I was left feeling very lost after graduating. I was offered my first job in outpatient nursing, and I finally feel like I found a place that's right for me. Consistent 12-hour shifts three days a week, M/T/Th. I have become skilled with IVs and understand have a better understanding of pre/post anesthesia care. Patient are nice because they aren't in emergent pain and are generally stable. The nurses, doctors, CRNAs and MAs have become good friends and I just can't say enough good about it. I think it's a great place to start in nursing if you're able to find a job at one. I'm still considering working at the hospital someday, but at the moment I'm pretty content where I'm at.

[@blakelynashley]

So how is it going?

[@WiiAsian]

@@blakelynashley it was great! I worked there for about a year, but transitioned to the hospital, and now am doing school nursing! A lot has happened recently. Endoscopy nursing was great, I loved the speed and getting the chance to become an IV starting master! There isn't much clinical skill to use either than that, don't really need to assess or perform any nursing procedures, just make sure the patient is safe and prepped to go into the procedure, and fully recovers when they come out. I highly recommend trying it if you're even a little interested.

[@johnsnow5414]

I saw your video before my GI Nurse position and I got it !! Their job posting said 1 year experience but I’m a new grad and was doing med surge for like 2 months and I couldn’t do it so I applied and got it !

[@westchristina38]

Good luck in your new job!! Im finishing up on my year on the med-surg floor (i hate it!!). I applied for an endoscopy position last week..I hope i get it because i want to get off this floor..

[@ashleneortell317]

Been doing Endoscopy for 9 years now including. pre-op, procedures and recovery as well as IBD infusions(biologics).

[@angelhealer1111]

Wow ! You are a light ! Your Aura is so palpable ! , I have watched a lot of endoscopy videos and yours is by far the most thorough ! Thank you for answering the questions I wouldn’t have even thought to ask !!!

[@luvnurseb5552]

Thank you so much for your kind words and thanks for watching!

[@natandessie]

yup. I so the EXACT same thing pre op. ha. trying to learn more from others and it sounds like its literally the same.

[@blakelynashley]

Been a nurse for almost 3 years with experience in med surg and psychiatry. Stoked for a new opportunity in endoscopy! And away from inpatient!

[@MsBkmorenita]

Coming from psych I’m interested too. How is it going for you ?

[@blakelynashley]

@@MsBkmorenita it’s awesome!! Hours 7-3:30, patients are in and out within a couple of hours! Love preventative care. Also love how good I’ve gotten at inserting PIVs. Highly recommend ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

[@adelaideasare7869]

Endoscopy nurse vs. theatre recovery nurse....I'm confused on which to choose.

[@blakelynashley]

@@adelaideasare7869 I like how endoscopy isn’t a sterile or long procedure. You don’t have to don green scrubs, cap, shoe covers, mask, etc. No radiation exposure. Just something to consider!

[@keester098]

Thank you so much for this! I am preparing for a GI endoscopy new grad RN interview with Veteran Affairs and I'm praying I get this job! xx

[@luvnurseb5552]

Good Luck!! Im sure you will get it and thanks for watching🙂

[@OgFarrow]

I just randomly came across an endoscopy job listing and got a call for an interview same day 🤞🏽

[@maricruzibarra798]

How did it go? 😊

[@OgFarrow]

@@maricruzibarra798 no dice they went with someone with more experience

[@aw8758]

yes lol my mom was a nurse at a GI office it was AMAZING, they did uppers, lowers, i want to do OR but it is VERY hard to find info on endoscopy nursing...also i didnt know it was a specialty i thought it was just a section you can work in

[@EmilyLucille523]

My only complaint or downfall is going from working 3 twelve hour days a week to 5 eight hour days a week but if you are lucky you can find some GI places that offer 4 ten hour shifts. So you have a day off a week. Right now I’m actually interviewing for a PRN job so even better for flexibility of schedule.

[@Mandii_licious]

I'm a new grad that just accepted this position in an outpatient center and I'm really excited & a bit nervous. Thank you for making this video. It definitely helps with putting things more into perspective and your video was very thorough & informative. Thank you!! If you have any tips please share! :)

[@DestinyFarmer-l2y]

Same girl, same!! I have ICU experience as a NA II and I was offered a position back in ICU, however, I’ve had a couple of rotations in Endo from PACU to the procedure to recovery and I have fell in love with it!!!

[@abbyyyxoxo]

Thank you for this!!! I’m an ICU nurse looking to work in endo and wanted to know what to expect

[@luvnurseb5552]

No problem! Thanks for watching🙂

[@shekinahchandler6402]

I just applied for GI nurse! I’m between LD and this so im excited with my options

[@larosenoirek2197]

I love endoscopy!

[@prinsesspretty1]

thank you for this video. I just changed specialities and now will be working in the inpatient Gastro lab and searched for videos to see what i should actually expect.

[@luvnurseb5552]

No problem Sasha! Thank you for watching. Good luck to you, I hope you like it there.

[@mayasammane1878]

Hi Nurse B! I just found your channel after searching for endoscopy nursing experiences on KZbin -- I loved this video so much. You seem like such a sweet nurse, suffice to say I've subscribed!

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Maya! I would definitely say it's more common to be hired in inpatient endo as a new grad. Outpatient centers are small, and usually have older nurses that have like 10 plus yrs of experience. When I had my interview for outpatient, the manager literally told me she would never hire a new grad. Even though its relatively easy work, you still should be experienced in what to do in an emergency, knowledge of medications, iv skills, etc. Outpatient centers are not the place to learn these things for the first time. I personally wouldnt get into endo as a new grad. I think its better to kind of get those foundational nursing assessment skills, that you would get working med surg or ICU. After that, you can take those skills to any other specialty, and transition to an easy RN position like I did. Hope that makes sense. Again, this is all just my opinion. Do what your heart desires 🙂 Thanks for watching!

[@SitaraAnita]

This pretty much answered all my questions. Great post! And thanks for the info

[@esmeraldalopez-rivas5163]

Your videos are so informative! Thank you so much for taking the time to make them. 🙂

[@vinababy]

Thank you so much for this video, I have an interview coming up. Fingers crossed!

[@62BillAD]

Thanks for the info..I have an interview very soon. Very helpful!

[@alitabutwong6466]

Very informative video. Thank you so much!!

[@yousefabdella1174]

Good job 👌 and it would be great if you explained more details about every type in the next video

[@tlisax9621]

Im a second year student nurse and my placement is going to be in the endoscopy unit so this video was great to know what to expect. Im from the UK so i hope the procedures are similar

[@whitneyburns7405]

How many patients do you see a shift? Do you have to be great at putting in IVs?

[@Dave-ew4jb]

Currently just finished my orientation as a new grad RN and I am already burnt out at the bedside lol. I have been watching your videos and others and currently have an offer at a hospital. Only concern is the 40min commute. I might take it though! The life balance is a huge benefit. I do however feel awful leaving my current job so quickly...

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Dave! Never feel guilty for leaving a job that isn't the right fit. We as nurses are replaceable to these facilities. As soon as you leave, they will find another 🙃. Always do what is best for you.

[@baharehkhanali3351]

Thank you so much for your awesome video.

[@donovanlucibello379]

Straight scoop, thanks so much!

[@lindseyangelo8370]

Loved this video! Thanks so much for the info. I’m curious what if the hospital you work at currently has a vascular access team.. we don’t do our own iv placements as nurses... would I still have a chance at a job or will they not take me since I haven’t done an iv since school.

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Lindsey! Thanks for watching. If its inpatient endo, than yes, because most likely there will be techs available to place the IVs. If its at a stand alone outpatient endo center, I would say no. All the outpatient endo jobs I've seen always have IV exp as a requirement for nurses. Hope this helps!

[@ashleyrocco8007]

So I got an offer at an outpatient endoscopy center and I am debating taking it. I’m scared it’s going to be boring... but I love that it’s normal Monday-Friday hours and no weekends and no hours. What did you do before endoscopy?

[@luvnurseb5552]

It depends what you're looking for. If you like a whole lot of action and critical care, than outpatient endo isnt for you. You will find it boring. I personally didn't mind being bored because I was over being stressed, overworked, and burnt out. I did med-surg for a year and a half, and then OR for 3 months.

[@OgFarrow]

@@luvnurseb5552what didn’t you like about the OR?

[@mariekano9730]

​@OgFarrow I've been an OR nurse for 5 years. It's very stressful especially at a hospital. If it's a surgery center it's alot easier. But at a hospital you're scrubbing huge cases, emergency cases on calls etc. And the team are very stressed and can come off as very toxic. Even the surgeons I worked for had called me idiot brainless I was cursed out in my couple years it's a toxic relationship. It's a good thing to leave because in the OR you do the same thing and get used to the toxicity you're afraid to leave and try new things

[@OgFarrow]

@@mariekano9730 thanks for the insight. I worked in the OR for about 2 weeks as a circulator and I didn’t like the facility. I didn’t experience the toxicity maybe because I’m a guy. But I did see it with other nurses. It seems like it’s a real love/hate speciality.

[@mariekano9730]

@@OgFarrow oh yeah im still in the OR it definetly is a love hate relationship. Im in New york so the hospitals here are very toxic lol im planning to go back to a surgery center or do endoscopy soon

[@Bella_0303]

What is the pay range for endoscopy nurse? Not sure what range to expect. Thanks

[@gabrielledarby3965]

Do you have to be a pro at IV's. I'm not that great but have experience in medsurg and rehab.

[@luvnurseb5552]

I wouldn't say a pro but definitely have to be decent at them.

[@angelica6560]

Hi there great video...do you have any idea what interview questions I might be asked in an interview and what I should look up to prepare? Thank you for your time 😊

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Angelica..so when I had my endo interview,the manager really didnt ask me any questions. She just gave me a tour and discussed the position. Just like with any interview, you should be informed of what it entails, so I would say to make sure you know what EGD, colonoscopies, & flex sigmoidoscopies are. If you are interviewing for an inpatient endo position, you can also look up the more advanced procedures like EBUS and ERCP's. You don't have to know details, but just a general idea of what they are. Be ready to provide an example of how you handles a patient emergency, and how you would deal with a disgruntled surgeon. Hope this helps!

[@angelica6560]

@@luvnurseb5552 great advice thank you ☺️👌

[@cjessy2558]

How much do get paid per hour and how many patients do you get in your shifts?

[@angelhealer1111]

Hi ! I have been a RN on a complex GI/ Transplant floor for 24 years but I have been on disability for 1 year now after Bilateral Hip replacements ( bedside nursing is brutal ! ) I am on an Alternative Job search program for work and I am considering Endoscopy, I do have some physical limitations so can you tell me more about how physical it is ? How many patients do you have in a day ? Are you on your feet most the time ? Is there a lot of transferring of patients without lift equipment etc ?

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Tami. Kudos to you for being able to endure such a demanding unit for 24 yrs!! Endo is no where near as physically demanding as your previous unit. Propofol is the main medication administered so the patients wake up pretty quickly and usually do not have any pain or nausea. So you pretty much just wait for them to wake up, monitor vitals, and send them on their way! I never had to lift any patients while working endo. As mentioned in video, I did outpatient endo so most of the patients were just coming in for routine colon screenings or egd's for gi symptoms. The # of patients varies based on how busy the place is but I would usually have about 10 patients a day during an 8 hr shift. You dont have 10 all at once...usually about 2 at a time. I think it would be a good fit for you. If it still ends up being too physically demanding, you can see if they will let you do light duty like doing post op calls, getting charts together etc. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@angelhealer1111]

@@luvnurseb5552 Thank You so much for taking the time to answer my questions !

[@ashleymyerspalomares3306]

Hi! Starting my journey as an endoscopy nurse tomorrow. Any advice? I worked as a plasma RN for three years and in tele for 6 months. Haven’t had a lot of practice in IV’s so a little scared lol

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Ashley! Congrats on the new position. Don't worry too much about it. You will get plenty of experience with them in endo lol. I would just look up common findings so you have an idea of what you're talking about when educating the patients.(i.e Diverticulosis, hiatal hernia, polyps, barretts esophagus etc) Good luck!

[@rajushahi]

I am starting Endoscopy from Monday, how has your experience been, please share with me, I really don't want to look stupid not knowing common GI problems and not having much experience in IVs.

[@luvnurseb5552]

@@rajushahi you wont look stupid! Everyone is new at some point. You mainly need to know what colonoscopies and EGD's are. You should at the very least google what they are. They will teach you IV placement if you don't have that experience. Good luck!

[@rajushahi]

@luvnurseb5552 Thank you sister, your advice means a lot, as I worked in ward for 2 years, I think they have high expectations from me especially cannulation but I didn't come across many cannulations as the outreach, ward doctors and CVAD used to do difficult Cannulation, this is where my insecurity has come from.

[@tdavis3091]

@LuvNurseB Quick one, is OR experience required? I have MS, Travel and ICU included on my resume. Looking for a change. Your thoughts? Please and thanks.

[@luvnurseb5552]

Heyyyyy. No you dont need OR exp. You should be good based off your exp. If you want a break from the stress of critical care, I would do endo. Keep in mind though that most inpatient endo is 5 8's or 4 10's. Ive seen a few 3 12s but not a lot. Good luck!

[@tdavis3091]

@@luvnurseb5552 much appreciated!! Keep up the videos.🙂

[@deepachetry8304]

Hlo.. Your vedio was very informative, i just wanted to know that do nurses get opportunity to do the procedures along with the doctors are we authorised to do so??

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Deepa. No, nurses do not perform the procedures. You may assist with obtaining biopsies depending on where you work, but no. You will be mostly pre oping and recovering patients.

[@Yaowza1227]

What;s your opinion on inpatient endoscopy? Would you say its better than a bedside med/surg position for example in terms of work load and stress?

[@luvnurseb5552]

Yes!!! 100% with med surg u will have 5-6 patients with a bunch of meds, documentation, family members etc. With endo, there are no meds given, a lot less documentation, and you only have to deal with family during pre op and discharge.

[@Yaowza1227]

@@luvnurseb5552 Thank you so much for responding! I also have an interview for a position in ambulatory surgery at a nearby hospital, I’ve heard mixed things about it. Do you have any knowledge about a position like this? I’m honestly just over med/surg 😭

[@lakeshiacodrington9054]

Hi thank you for this video!! I actually just had a interview today for endoscopy inpatient. It's a whole surgical service so pre/post, same day surgery, PACU and you cross train in all of them. I shadow next week so I'll see how it goes. I applied for part time position so 3 8s on call weekend every 6 weeks and on call nights 5 days every 6 weeks rotation so im not sure to be honest with you. Any advice would be great!! Thanks you !

[@luvnurseb5552]

That call requirement would've been a no for me lol. Outpatient endo has no call requirement so if it doesnt work out, try to find a part time outpatient gig. Good luck!

[@1babygirlg]

What are the usual hours for inpatient endo? Im an outpatient pre op pacu rn now but im hoping to move into endo. Although ive only worked outpatient 😊

[@luvnurseb5552]

Inpatient endo can either be 3 12s or 4 10s. You will most likely have to take call as well

[@1babygirlg]

@luvnurseb5552 Thank you. I only work part time/prn so hopefully no call for me lol

[@thecutenurse5687]

Hi do you still do endoscopy nursing ? Do you love it.

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi yes I do. Its just so much less stressful than other specialities. Some may say its boring or that it gets old but not for me lol

[@alexcyabasilio8547]

Where did you go? 😢 Lol I need updates

[@carlyjstone]

Do you think endo in the hospital is stressful compared to other hospital jobs?

[@luvnurseb5552]

I cant really speak on inpatient endo cuz ive only done outpatient, but either way, endo is definitely more stressful than other specialties like ICU or med surg

[@zBotch420]

@@luvnurseb5552 I assume you meant definitely less stressful?

[@mike-ej9hz]

When does your work day usually begin and end?

[@lexifmakeup]

hi:) this was so interesting. I really loved this! I work in NICU for almost two years, before that I did general surgical med/surg for two years. what was your previous experience? A lot of nurses I worked with in med/surg went into endoscopy nursing inpatient, it always seemed like something I would love to do. I heard you say you worked OR. I only have four years of NICU and Med/surg, do you think they would want someone with different experience? thank you so much! Lexi

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Lexi! Thanks for watching...so right after school I did med surg for a year, then I went to the OR for a few months, and now im in Endo. I'm actually looking to get a PACU job though because there are alot more agency/travel nurse gigs with PACU than endo. If you want a laid back, low stress speciality, than I would suggest endo. As far as if they would want someone with different experience, I think they would. As long as you know how to put IV'S in, you have a chance. The worse they can say is no, so definitely apply and see what happens.

[@sarahmasih5321]

Hi. Can a Or nurse work in endoscopy? And what is the minimum experience required?

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi Sarah. Both of those will vary on the facility, so I dont really have an answer for you. I know some hospitals take new grads in endo and some take experienced nurses that are just changing specialities.

[@royjohnson9043]

What do you think about inpatient endoscopy? Is it relatively the same?

[@luvnurseb5552]

Yup it it relatively the same, but you will do a few more additional procedures that are not done outpatient like EBUS and liver biopsies. I did a share day at inpatient endo at a community hospital and it was still dum easy.

[@royjohnson9043]

@@luvnurseb5552 Is being on call as bad as they say it is? J/W because im considering an offer for endoscopy but currently work a job that doesnt have call

[@luvnurseb5552]

@@royjohnson9043 so that completely depends on the facility. There is no call for outpatient endo. The place I did share time at for inpatient, they told me they take a lot of call, I think like 3 days a week. I had another interview at another inpatient endo where they did an entire week of call at a time. I dont remember how often they would have to do it though. I work regular PACU now and the call requirement at my facility is very reasonable...just one 24 hr and one 8 hr call in a 6 week period..doesnt get any better than that! If I were you, I would ask the manager what the call requirement is before you accept the job.

[@royjohnson9043]

@@luvnurseb5552 Very sound advice. Thanks!

[@DariTrinidad]

R u still in esoscopy ?

[@nclay76]

Are you still in endo?

[@luvnurseb5552]

Yes I am.

[@michaellejoseph9164]

So interested in this specialty.

[@GT-rf8li]

Thanks for the video. How did you explain to the endoscopy employer the reason you switched from OR to endoscopy? I would appreciate a response if you dont mind. I have interview next week. Im also from the OR looking into endo.

[@luvnurseb5552]

Hi there! I was honest...I told her that it wasnt a right fit. It wasnt what I thought it was going to be and I didnt like scrubbing. She was very understanding. Good luck with your interview!

[@GT-rf8li]

@@luvnurseb5552 Thank you.

[@JohnJohn-nt9mf]

Do endoscopy specialty also offer travelling jobs?

[@luvnurseb5552]

Yes they do!

[@RobynMcMullen]

Lovely channel! Keep up the great work. If you have a second you could swing by my page 😃🤘💕