Interventional Radiology RN
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse (IR RN) for a travel nursing assignment in Chico, California. This position is ideal for an RN with at least 2 years of recent Interventional Radiology nursing experience who is comfortable supporting minimally invasive image-guided procedures, administering and monitoring procedural sedation, and providing pre- and post-procedure patient care. The IR RN will work closely with interventional radiologists, imaging technologists, anesthesia professionals, and other members of the procedural care team to ensure safe and efficient patient care. Candidates must have an active California RN license, current CPR/BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, along with previous Epic experience.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Interventional Radiology RN experience
- Recent procedural nursing experience
- Previous experience with procedural/moderate sedation
- Previous experience with post-procedure patient recovery
- Experience caring for patients undergoing invasive or image-guided procedures
- Recent experience using the Epic EMR system
- Strong patient assessment and monitoring skills
- Ability to recognize and respond quickly to procedural complications or changes in patient condition
- Active Registered Nurse license through the California Board of Registered Nursing
- Current CPR / BLS certification
- Current ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Current PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Nice To Haves
- Image-guided biopsies
- Drain placements
- Vascular access procedures
- Central venous catheter placement
- PICC-related procedures
- Angiography
- Embolization procedures
- Interventional oncology procedures
- Nephrostomy procedures
- Gastrostomy tube procedures
- Thoracentesis and paracentesis
- Procedural recovery
- Emergency response in procedural areas
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care to patients before, during, and after interventional radiology procedures.
- Perform comprehensive pre-procedure assessments.
- Review medical history, medications, allergies, laboratory values, and required documentation.
- Verify procedure orders, consent, patient identity, and procedural site.
- Prepare patients for image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Establish and maintain IV access as needed.
- Administer medications and procedural sedation according to provider orders and facility protocols.
- Continuously monitor patients receiving moderate or procedural sedation.
- Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythm, oxygen saturation, respiratory status, pain level, and level of consciousness.
- Recognize changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Assist physicians during interventional radiology procedures within RN scope of practice.
- Maintain patient safety throughout invasive and minimally invasive procedures.
- Provide post-procedure recovery and monitoring.
- Assess vascular access and procedural sites for bleeding, hematoma, or other complications.
- Provide pain and nausea management following procedures.
- Determine patient readiness for discharge or transfer based on established clinical criteria.
- Educate patients and families regarding procedures, recovery expectations, medications, and follow-up instructions.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Epic.
- Participate in procedural time-outs and other patient-safety protocols.
- Follow infection-prevention, medication-safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate effectively with radiologists, technologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
