Registered Nurse Interventional

Ascension•Austin, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing high-level nursing care during complex vascular and non-vascular procedures within the Interventional Radiology department. The nurse will ensure adherence to sterile techniques and radiation safety protocols, monitor patient vital signs and sedation levels, and manage patient throughput from pre-procedure screening to post-procedure care. The position requires versatility in team roles, including circulating and assisting the Interventional Radiologist.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Responsibilities

Provide high-level nursing care during complex vascular and non-vascular procedures, including biopsies, stent placements, and embolizations, ensuring strict adherence to sterile techniques and radiation safety protocols.
Expertly monitor patient vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and sedation levels (Moderate Sedation) throughout the periprocedural phase, rapidly identifying and intervening in cases of vasovagal responses or contrast reactions.
Serve as a versatile member of the IR team by circulating to manage equipment and documentation, or scrubbing in to assist the Interventional Radiologist with guidewire, catheter, and sheath manipulation.
Manage comprehensive patient throughput, including pre-procedure screening for lab contraindications (e.g., INR, Creatinine) and post-procedure access site management, ensuring hemostasis and providing detailed discharge education.