Gastroenterology Nurses are also known as endoscopy nurses. They diagnose and treat patients experiencing problems with their digestive system and gastrointestinal tract. They also teach patients how to manage their symptoms in their daily life. In the case of extreme conditions, Gastroenterology Nurses will assist physicians in surgery.
Things You'll Do:
- Diagnose conditions like cancer and reflux
- Work with nutritionists
- Assist home care specialists
- Research
Your job characteristics:
- Multifaceted
- Structured
- Patient-facing
How You'll Get There
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Get YourAssociate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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Pass YourNational Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)
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You can start working as a Registered Nurse.
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You’ll need to work at least 36 months as a Registered Nurse in gastroenterology, including 18 months of clinical experience.
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Pass YourNational Nurses Licensing Exam
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Pass YourCertified Gastroenterology Specialty Nurse exam (CGSN)
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Become aCertified Gastroenterology Registered Nurse (CGRN)
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Meet
Aikoread her story
Clinical Nurse Specialist, RN
After graduating from nursing school in Japan, I worked for two years in a large Tokyo hospital.
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How Much You
Can Makean average salary of
$63K - $85Kfind salary by stateWhat Else You
Can Expect- 48% more jobs for these nurses in private practices
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