Nurse A - Registered Nurse General Duty Nurse

HealthCareersInSask.ca•Regina, SK

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse will function in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment. Responsibilities include education and preparation of clients (Pediatric and Adult) undergoing a variety of Medical Imaging procedures. The RN will assist the Radiologist/Specialist during procedures and perform direct nursing assessment and care as appropriate to ensure the safety of clients undergoing procedures. The RN will prepare for and respond to fluctuating workloads, unexpected critical situations, and the requirement to work in all modalities of Medical Imaging. The RN will collaborate with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to continually evaluate the client's care and condition while in the Medical Imaging Departments.

Requirements

Min 1 yr recent clinical experience in Critical Care, MI, OR, or IR
Graduate from an approved School of Nursing
Completion of Vascular Access certification within 2 years of commencement
Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
Verbal communication skills
Problem solving skills
Written Communication Skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Interpersonal skills
Decision making skills
Organizational skills
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards and application of such
Skilled in the initiation/management of IV therapy & medications
Ability to assess client responses during MI and IR procedures
Knowledge of HIPA
Demonstrated knowledge of current SHA Vascular Access protocols and policies
In depth knowledge of pharmacology & client reactions to Intravenous contrast
Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
In depth knowledge of pharmacology & client reactions to anesthesia
In depth knowledge of pharmacology & client reactions to procedural sedation
Skilled in clinical techniques/use of equipment & supplies in IR setting
Skilled with cardiac monitoring equipment & related medications for imaging

Nice To Haves

Certification in Critical Care, OR, or equivilent in Interventional Rad
Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS)

Responsibilities

Education and preparation of clients (Pediatric and Adult) undergoing a variety of Medical Imaging procedures.
Assist the Radiologist/Specialist during procedures.
Perform direct nursing assessment and care as appropriate to ensure the safety of clients undergoing procedures.
Prepare for and respond to fluctuating workloads, unexpected critical situations, and the requirement to work in all modalities of Medical Imaging.
Collaborate with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to continually evaluate the client's care and condition while in the Medical Imaging Departments.