Radiology Nurse - Contrast Support

Midstate Radiology Associates•Manchester, CT

5h•$37 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

Midstate Radiology Associates is hiring a full-time Radiology Clinical Support Nurse at its Manchester Imaging location. The nurse provides, promotes, and maintains quality patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic imaging exams through assessment, planning, education, counseling, and collaboration with colleagues. The role includes assessing and treating adverse reactions and events in the office setting and assisting with pre- and post-procedure patient communication. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, for 40 hours per week. Starting pay is $37.00 to $53.07 per hour, based on qualifications and experience. A sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 is offered to qualified candidates. The position has OSHA Class 1 exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may involve physical lifting and/or walking.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Nursing or a related field.
Two years of experience as a critical care nurse or in ambulatory care.
CPR (BLS and ACLS) certification.
Current CT RN state license.
Ability to use independent and mature judgment.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Keen physical assessment and venous skills.
Working knowledge of radiology modalities, patient care standards and requirements, and Joint Commission and OSHA standards and practices.
Ability to operate emergency and monitoring equipment.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
Ability to maintain basic life support (CPR) and advanced life support (ACLS).

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ and families’ biological, psychological, sociological, and cultural needs, and act as a patient advocate.
Assess, triage, and monitor patient condition, including vital signs, and initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
Recognize and treat contrast reactions.
Intervene in emergency situations.
Use special equipment such as oxygen equipment and an AED.
Document patient assessment status and nursing interventions.
Perform pre- and post-procedure phone calls.
Partner with radiology providers to relay medical advice to patients.
Educate other health care professionals about patient care, safety, infection control, and related topics.
Evaluate, prepare, and distribute written patient education materials to staff, patients, and families.
Complete patient safety and education projects under the direction of the Radiology Nurse Manager.
Participate in the development and evaluation of radiology policies and procedures and regulatory readiness.