Radiology Registered Nurse

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Job Description

Summary: Position Responsibilities Evaluates, assesses and documents patients hemodynamic response to therapeutic intervention by accurate cardiovascular monitoring

Reports abnormal findings to physician Monitors, evaluates, documents and troubleshoots patients hemodynamic response with use of special procedure equipment Monitors, evaluates and intervenes appropriately with patients receiving concious sedation

Accurately transcribes, reviews and carry out physician orders Assesses / Re-assesses as per hospital policy Competent in the insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters

Demonstrates appropriate safety measures as it relates to potential radiation exposure and flammable chemical Assesses and implements safety devices pre-intra-post special procedures

Demonstrates proper groin management for arterial sheath interventions Assessment Performs and documents vital signs and initial assessment upon arrival to unit Performs and documents ongoing Assessment / reassessment

Responds to diagnostic data and initiates appropriate action or intervention Assesses patient education needs prior to the procedure Assesses and interacts with patient according to age specific development

Planning Initiates a plan of care upon assessment Establishes priorities for patient care based on patient needs Implementation Verbalizes understanding of patient diagnosis and medical and nursing plan of care

Safely and correctly initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergency situations Prepares intravenous solutions using aseptic technique Administers, observes, and documents intravenous therapy according to hospital policy

Administers medications as ordered by physician, observes and documents effectiveness, recognizes and reports adverse reactions immediately Provides individualized instructions to patient regarding the plan of care

Demonstrates safe and correct use of unit specific equipment Ensures each patients general hygiene needs Performs pre-procedure and post-procedure care and instruction for each assigned special procedure patient

Adheres to standard precautions including hand hygene guidelines at all times Documents specific patient valuables on designated form when received and immediately arranges for appropriate storage

Performs dressing changes using aseptic technique Collects and labels specimens per policy when ordered by physician Performs bedside glucose monitoring according to policy

Reports all abnormal findings immediately to physician Inserts intermittent or indwelling urinary catheter using aseptic technique Administers oxygen therapy according to physician order

Transfers patients in/out of the unit in an efficient manner, by obtaining a complete and correct set of physicians post-procedure orders Gives report to receiving unit timely

Demonstrates safe and correct use of restraints as per policy Evaluation Documents/reports patient responses or outcomes resulting from: nursing interventions, treatments/procedures, interpersonal interactions, and patient/family education

Evaluates and documents patients progress towards established goals/objectives every shift Professional and Staff Development Obtains 100% mandatory hospital and unit specific inservice hours, prior to evaluation date

Plans, presents, and documents unit inservice as required by the department Documents competency in clinical skills, at least annually Attends staff meetings as required by the department

Uses established lines of communication for resolution of problems and interpersonal conflict Ensures productivity daily by facilitating patient plan for scheduled procedures

Participates in PI program by identifying PI indicators at unit level Collects PI data as assigned.

Qualifications

License/Registration/Certification Current License in the State of Florida. BLS and ACLS required.

Education

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. BSN perferred. Experience Two to four years clinical experience. One year in monitored and/or special patient care unit including previous Radiology/CT department experience, preferred.

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs: Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for select positions and more! Degree Requirements: Certification: