Registered Nurse MRI

Mount Sinai Medical Center•Miami Beach, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence. Department: CC017170 Radiology MRI Job Description Summary: Position Responsibilities Evaluates, assesses and documents patient's hemodynamic response to therapeutic intervention by accurate cardiovascular monitoring. Reports abnormal findings to physician. Monitors, evaluates, documents and troubleshoots patient's hemodynamic response with use of special procedure equipment. Monitors, evaluates and intervenes appropriately with patients receiving concious sedation. Accurately transcribes, reviews and carry out physician orders. Assesses / Re-assesses as per hospital policy. Competent in the insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters. Demonstrates appropriate safety measures as it relates to potential radiation exposure and flammable chemical. Assesses and implements safety devices pre-intra-post special procedures. Demonstrates proper groin management for arterial sheath interventions Assessment Performs and documents vital signs and initial assessment upon arrival to unit. Performs and documents ongoing Assessment / reassessment. Responds to diagnostic data and initiates appropriate action or intervention. Assesses patient education needs prior to the procedure. Assesses and interacts with patient according to age specific development. Planning Initiates a plan of care upon assessment. Establishes priorities for patient care based on patient needs. Implementation Verbalizes understanding of patient diagnosis and medical and nursing plan of care. Safely and correctly initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergency situations. Prepares intravenous solutions using aseptic technique. Administers, observes, and documents intravenous therapy according to hospital policy. Administers medications as ordered by physician, observes and documents effectiveness, recognizes and reports adverse reactions immediately. Provides individualized instructions to patient regarding the plan of care. Demonstrates safe and correct use of unit specific equipment. Ensures each patient's general hygiene needs. Performs pre-procedure and post-procedure care and instruction for each assigned special procedure patient. Adheres to standard precautions including hand hygene guidelines at all times. Documents specific patient valuables on designated form when received and immediately arranges for appropriate storage. Performs dressing changes using aseptic technique. Collects and labels specimens per policy when ordered by physician. Performs bedside glucose monitoring according to policy. Reports all abnormal findings immediately to physician. Inserts intermittent or indwelling urinary catheter using aseptic technique. Administers oxygen therapy according to physician order. Transfers patients in/out of the unit in an efficient manner, by obtaining a complete and correct set of physician's post-procedure orders. Gives report to receiving unit timely. Demonstrates safe and correct use of restraints as per policy. Evaluation Documents/reports patient responses or outcomes resulting from: nursing interventions, treatments/procedures, interpersonal interactions, and patient/family education. Evaluates and documents patient's progress towards established goals/objectives every shift. Professional and Staff Development Obtains 100% mandatory hospital and unit specific inservice hours, prior to evaluation date. Plans, presents, and documents unit inservice as required by the department. Documents competency in clinical skills, at least annually. Attends staff meetings as required by the department. Uses established lines of communication for resolution of problems and interpersonal conflict. Ensures productivity daily by facilitating patient plan for scheduled procedures. Participates in PI program by identifying PI indicators at unit level. Collects PI data as assigned. Leadership Aggregates and analyzes PI and Risk initiatives. Ensures that supplies are adequate throughout the department on a daily basis. Assists MRI Supervisor with scheduling and assures accuracy of daily schedule sheets. Ensures problem resolution for any issues regarding internal and / or external customers. Demonstrates the expertise necessary to function as a role model for staff. Fosters teamwork and builds mutual understanding, respect and confidence among personnel and between departments. Uses a systematic problem-solving process to make sound decisions in a timely manner. Maintains a customer-focused attitude at work through a spirit of cooperation, pleasant and respectful demeanor, and helpfulness towards patients, visitors, physicians, peers and employees. Demonstrates commitment towards professional growth through development of skills and knowledge. Knowledgeable of general safety and risk management procedures and responds appropriately to emergency situations, including fire, disaster and clinical emergencies. Is responsible for providing leadership and direction for staffing in accordance with the organization goals and objectives and meets changing needs in the area(s) of responsibility.

Requirements

Current License in the State of Florida.
BLS and ACLS required.
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
Four + years clinical experience.
Two years in monitored and/or special patient care unit preferred, including previous MRI department experience.

Nice To Haves

BSN or actively seeking BSN.
MRI safety training perferred

Responsibilities

Evaluates, assesses and documents patient's hemodynamic response to therapeutic intervention by accurate cardiovascular monitoring.
Reports abnormal findings to physician.
Monitors, evaluates, documents and troubleshoots patient's hemodynamic response with use of special procedure equipment.
Monitors, evaluates and intervenes appropriately with patients receiving concious sedation.
Accurately transcribes, reviews and carry out physician orders.
Assesses / Re-assesses as per hospital policy.
Competent in the insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters.
Demonstrates appropriate safety measures as it relates to potential radiation exposure and flammable chemical.
Assesses and implements safety devices pre-intra-post special procedures.
Demonstrates proper groin management for arterial sheath interventions
Performs and documents vital signs and initial assessment upon arrival to unit.
Performs and documents ongoing Assessment / reassessment.
Responds to diagnostic data and initiates appropriate action or intervention.
Assesses patient education needs prior to the procedure.
Assesses and interacts with patient according to age specific development.
Initiates a plan of care upon assessment.
Establishes priorities for patient care based on patient needs.
Verbalizes understanding of patient diagnosis and medical and nursing plan of care.
Safely and correctly initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergency situations.
Prepares intravenous solutions using aseptic technique.
Administers, observes, and documents intravenous therapy according to hospital policy.
Administers medications as ordered by physician, observes and documents effectiveness, recognizes and reports adverse reactions immediately.
Provides individualized instructions to patient regarding the plan of care.
Demonstrates safe and correct use of unit specific equipment.
Ensures each patient's general hygiene needs.
Performs pre-procedure and post-procedure care and instruction for each assigned special procedure patient.
Adheres to standard precautions including hand hygene guidelines at all times.
Documents specific patient valuables on designated form when received and immediately arranges for appropriate storage.
Performs dressing changes using aseptic technique.
Collects and labels specimens per policy when ordered by physician.
Performs bedside glucose monitoring according to policy.
Reports all abnormal findings immediately to physician.
Inserts intermittent or indwelling urinary catheter using aseptic technique.
Administers oxygen therapy according to physician order.
Transfers patients in/out of the unit in an efficient manner, by obtaining a complete and correct set of physician's post-procedure orders.
Gives report to receiving unit timely.
Demonstrates safe and correct use of restraints as per policy.
Documents/reports patient responses or outcomes resulting from: nursing interventions, treatments/procedures, interpersonal interactions, and patient/family education.
Evaluates and documents patient's progress towards established goals/objectives every shift.
Obtains 100% mandatory hospital and unit specific inservice hours, prior to evaluation date.
Plans, presents, and documents unit inservice as required by the department.
Documents competency in clinical skills, at least annually.
Attends staff meetings as required by the department.
Uses established lines of communication for resolution of problems and interpersonal conflict.
Ensures productivity daily by facilitating patient plan for scheduled procedures.
Participates in PI program by identifying PI indicators at unit level.
Collects PI data as assigned.
Aggregates and analyzes PI and Risk initiatives.
Ensures that supplies are adequate throughout the department on a daily basis.
Assists MRI Supervisor with scheduling and assures accuracy of daily schedule sheets.
Ensures problem resolution for any issues regarding internal and / or external customers.
Demonstrates the expertise necessary to function as a role model for staff.
Fosters teamwork and builds mutual understanding, respect and confidence among personnel and between departments.
Uses a systematic problem-solving process to make sound decisions in a timely manner.
Maintains a customer-focused attitude at work through a spirit of cooperation, pleasant and respectful demeanor, and helpfulness towards patients, visitors, physicians, peers and employees.
Demonstrates commitment towards professional growth through development of skills and knowledge.
Knowledgeable of general safety and risk management procedures and responds appropriately to emergency situations, including fire, disaster and clinical emergencies.
Is responsible for providing leadership and direction for staffing in accordance with the organization goals and objectives and meets changing needs in the area(s) of responsibility.