RN- Imaging

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- Imaging role at First Health of the Carolinas

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- Imaging role at First Health of the Carolinas

Overview

First Health of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area.

In addition, First Health has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Health grades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.

Overview

First Health of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area.

In addition, First Health has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Health grades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.

Employee Benefits

At First Health of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive. Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our 7 First Health Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through First

U to pursue academic or professional development goals. You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through Perk Spot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security. These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first.

Join First Health of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

The Imaging RN works with technologists, PA, Radiologists and Vascular Surgeons in all the Imaging modalities. Prepares patients prior to procedures, provides patient education and discharge teaching, administers conscious sedation, monitors patients throughout procedures.

• Uses the nursing process to assess, plan, and evaluate patient.
• Provides nursing care with consideration of the age group served within the health care system.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of equipment/supplies.
• Uses appropriate safety and infection control measures.
• Teaches/directs/advises/informs others in an appropriate professional manner.
• Reports/records information legibly and appropriately.
• Maintain annual unit specific mandatory competencies prior to expiration.
• Attends and completes required meetings, in-services and competency validation activities.

Responsibilities

Physical:

Able to access entire facility; lift and transport patients,supplies and equipment. Demonstrate manual dexterity,

hearing acuity, and verbal ability. Displays ability to stand for long periods of time, walking, lifting, bending, and

stooping during the majority of the work day while wearing lead apron. Has sufficient endurance to perform tasks over lengthy periods of time.

Involves exposure to blood/body fluids, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases. Ensure a safe environment

by optimizing safety at all times.

Additional

Communicates effectively with a wide range of age groups, ethnic, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Work cooperatively with co-workers, volunteers, and other First Health team members to provide optimal quality care.

Demonstrates physical assessment skills. Displays effective organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize with accuracy

and speed. Illustrates efficient computer skills within…