RN Clinical Nurse II - Interventional Radiology

Overview

Description

* This position qualifies for our UNC Hospitals RN Incentive Program, which includes up to $20,000 commitment incentive
or up to $25,000 tuition loan forgiveness. In addition, this position is also eligible for up to $10,000 in relocation assistance (based on location) and our employee referral program. Learn more about our UNC Hospitals RN Incentive Program here:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-program

RN-CLINICAL NURSE II-OR

Location:
Vascular-Interventional Radiology ̶ Memorial Hospital

Scheduled

Work Hours:

Full time (40 hours/week, weekdays only).

UNC’s department of Vascular Interventional Radiology is seeking a valuable nursing professional to join the VIR team. The ideal candidate is energetic, flexible, patient-focused, and possesses excellent critical thinking skills. Vascular Interventional Radiology and UNC Health support an equitable and inclusive culture. Teamwork, efficiency, and effective communication are essential to our interdisciplinary approach.

Vascular Interventional Radiology nursing at UNC combines compassionate, complex, and intricate care with a wide variety of advanced technologic, minimally invasive procedures. Our department has 10 state-of-the-art procedure suites and a 16-bed prep/recovery unit. We provide care in conjunction with:

• UNC’s Comprehensive Stroke Program

• Level 1 Trauma Center

• Aortic Network

• UNC Magnet Program

Nursing care in VIR includes administration of moderate sedation. Orientation is an extensive, individualized, precepted 8-week rotation through procedures and the prep/recovery unit. One year of experience is required in radiology, procedural, perioperative, emergency department, critical care, or intermediate care nursing. Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification is required within the orientation period, with UNC offering paid onsite training. Specialty certification such as CRN Certification (Certified Radiology Nurse), RN-BC (Certified Cardiac-Vascular Nurse), & CPAN/CAPA Certification are considered an asset for candidates.

Professional development and growth opportunities including certification, shared governance, and continuing education are supported for department staff.

This position is 40 hours/week with 10-hour weekday shifts, flexible Monday-Friday shifts to support work/life balance.

Self-scheduled and rotating call coverage are required. The position qualifies for UNC’s generous benefits package including PTO accrual.

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary: Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting.