Per Diem Neurointerventional Radiology Nurse Practitioner

EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS)

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE.

As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients.

We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status.

Assess, diagnose, and treat Neuro-Interventional radiology patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include obtaining patient health histories, reviewing symptoms, asking situation-specific questions to formulate accurate diagnoses, developing appropriate treatment plans, prescribing laboratory tests and medications, and providing patient and family education. Incumbents work independently under the general supervision of a physician, pursuant to state law.

Masters of Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and at least two (2) years of relevant clinical nurse practitioner experience in interventional radiology.

Valid Nevada RN license, Nevada Advanced Practice Nurse license, Nevada Pharmacy Board license to prescribe medications, DEA Controlled Substance Registration, and BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA). Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is also required.

Anatomy and physiology; chemistry; microbiology; age-appropriate growth and development; neurology, interventional radiology, neurosurgery; pathophysiology and disease processes; current medical and healthcare standards; scope of practice limitations; diagnostic tools; pharmacology; safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control; hazardous materials handling; emergency response protocols; and age-specific patient care practices.

Diagnosing patient conditions; interpreting examination and diagnostic test findings; performing physical examinations; taking medical histories; documenting in patient charts; effective oral communication; engaging with diverse patient populations; utilizing diagnostic tools; and establishing effective working relationships.

Mobility for clinical work and equipment use; stamina for extended standing and walking; visual acuity for reading instruments and screens; effective hearing and speech for communication; strength to exert force up to 20 pounds occasionally and 10 pounds frequently. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.