Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology, Nights - VUH

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse applies the nursing process to plan and implement patient care, including patient and family education and continuity-of-care planning. The nurse communicates pertinent patient and family information to the health care team, collaborates in establishing patient goals, and evaluates progress to support effective outcomes. Professional growth is supported through learning activities aligned with Board of Nursing standards. Interventional Radiology uses minimally invasive, image-guided procedures to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions. The position works three 12-hour night shifts, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., for 36 hours per week. Weekend call is required once every 16 weekends, as well as two weeknight calls per six-week scheduling period. Additional duties may be assigned. The role calls for novice-level capabilities in care planning, patient education, patient assessment and evaluation, and evidence-based practice. The nurse works with occasional guidance, uses technical experience and judgment to analyze moderately complex problems, and provides informal guidance and support to team members. Vanderbilt Health describes its nursing philosophy as specialized, skilled care focused on helping people, families, and communities achieve health and well-being.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
At least one year of RN experience.
Active RN license.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of ICU or ED experience is preferred by the hiring team.
Prior experience with adult patients is preferred by the hiring team.

Responsibilities

Collaborate in establishing the plan of care and coordinate and implement care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
Analyze comprehensive information relevant to patient care and management to determine nursing diagnoses.
Use the nursing process to evaluate patient progress toward goals and apply appropriate interventions to support effective outcomes.
Employ strategies that promote health and a safe, healthy environment.
Provide patient and family education and participate in continuity-of-care planning.
Communicate pertinent patient and family information to the health care team.
Engage in learning activities to further professional growth according to Board of Nursing standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned.