Travel Nurse RN - Interventional Radiology

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN Interventional Radiology for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

Interventional Radiology
Discipline:

RN
Duration:

14 weeks
36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours

Employment Type:

Travel
Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse (IR RN)

Location:

University of Kentucky – Albert

B. Chandler Hospital

Start Date:

02/09

About the Role

University of Kentucky – Albert

B. Chandler Hospital is seeking an experienced

Interventional Radiology RN

to support neuro-interventional, vascular, and CT/ultrasound-guided procedures within a high-acuity IR department. The IR RN will assist physicians throughout the full procedural workflow, including patient assessment, sedation administration, scrubbing as first assist, circulating, filming, and documenting exams in EPIC.
This role requires strong technical competency, experience with advanced imaging equipment, and the ability to support complex interventional procedures. Candidates must hold ARRT(R) and a Kentucky Radiation Operator’s License prior to starting.
Local travelers within 75 miles are not accepted.

Key Responsibilities

Perform initial assessments and develop patient care plans

Assist physicians with interventional neuro, vascular, and CT/US-guided procedures

Scrub as first assist, circulate, film, and charge exams in EPIC

Administer medications and monitor patient response

Review labs, medical history, and imaging requirements

Maintain sterile technique and support radiation safety protocols

Operate Siemens single-plane and bi-plane systems and McKesson PACS

Provide patient education and post-procedure instructions

Maintain accurate documentation and uphold HIPAA standards

Participate in call rotation (1–2 call shifts/week; 1 weekend every 6 weeks)

Perform additional duties as assigned

Shift Schedule

Shift:

Day Shift

Hours:

4×10s — 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Call:
1–2 call shifts per week

1 weekend every 6 weeks

Weekends/Holidays:

As required by call rotation

Minimum Requirements

Active

Registered Nurse license

for the state of practice

ARRT(R)

required

RTR or RTRVI

required

Kentucky Radiation Operator’s License

required before start

BLS

1–3 years of Interventional Radiology experience preferred

Experience with VIR procedures

EPIC experience preferred

Experience with Siemens single-plane and bi-plane equipment preferred

TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as required)

Current health certificate (per state/contract regulations)

Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age

Compensation Packages

Travel RN

Hourly Pay: $50 Meals: $476 Housing: $826

Estimated Weekly Pay: $3,302

Distance Requirement:

Must live 75+ miles from facility
Facility Information

University of Kentucky – Albert

B. Chandler Hospital is a leading academic medical center offering advanced interventional radiology services. The IR RN will support:
Interventional neuro procedures

Vascular interventions

CT/ultrasound-guided procedures

First assist scrubbing

Circulating and filming

EPIC documentation

Siemens single-plane and bi-plane imaging systems

McKesson PACS

Why Join This Assignment

This assignment offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity IR environment with advanced imaging technology and a diverse procedural mix. With strong weekly pay, consistent daytime hours, and a collaborative clinical team, this role is ideal for IR RNs seeking to expand their neuro-interventional and vascular skill set in a top-tier academic medical center.
Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

* Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through…