Nurse A - Registered Nurse General Duty Nurse

HealthCareersInSask.ca • Regina, SK

8d • CA$39 - CA$50 • 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 clients care and condition while in the Medical Imaging Departments.

Requirements

• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• 1-year recent experience: CCU, Medical Imaging, Operating Room and/or IR.
• In depth knowledge of pharmacology & client reactions to Intravenous contrast
• In depth knowledge of pharmacology & client reactions to anesthesia
• In depth knowledge of pharmacology & client reactions to procedural sedation
• Skilled in the initiation/management of IV therapy & medications
• Ability to assess client responses during MI and IR procedures
• Skilled with cardiac monitoring equipment & related medications for imaging
• Skilled in clinical techniques/use of equipment & supplies in IR setting
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and Regulations
• Knowledge of HIPA
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Organizational skills
• Verbal communication skills
• Written Communication Skills

Nice To Haves

• Critical Care Nursing certificate (CCN)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate (ACLS)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate (BCLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certificate (PALS)
• Critical Care Certification or equivalent in Interventional Radiology an asset

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 clients care and condition while in the Medical Imaging Departments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level