Registered Nurse Special Procedures; Radiology - PD-Varied

Overview

The primary goal of the Radiology Nurse is to provide quality nursing care to the patient in the Department of Radiology, both in the pediatric and adult age group. They monitor and assess patients, ensuring the provision of safe and effective care. Skills utilized in the job performance include assessment, communication, teaching, leadership and management. The nurse insures patient privacy, dignity and safety.

The job duties of the diagnostic and interventional radiology nurse include (but are not limited to):

• Preparing patients for procedures
• Providing education to the patient and family members
• Inserting and removing intravenous lines
• Administering conscious sedation drugs and other medications
• Monitoring patient patterns and vital signs during procedures
• Overseeing the safety and comfort of patients before, during, and after procedures
• Providing post-procedure monitoring

The major area of responsibility is the Special Procedures Laboratory, but the nurse may also function in the following areas: general diagnostics, ultrasound, computerized tomography, and nuclear medicine. PICC line insertion certification and competency are required for this position.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage is provided for all full time and part time employees*
• Medical is 100% employer paid including dependents*
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life and AD&D
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous PTO plan*
• Pet Insurance Discount Program*
• Employee Discount Program*
• * Per diem staff ineligible