Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Specialist, FT, Day

Prisma Health • Greenville, SC

85d

About The Position

Provides clinical direction for all aspects of patient care, specifically diagnostic and interventional Radiology, Vascular or Neuro endovascular procedures. Supports the procedural team as circulator providing moderate sedation, scrubbing with the physician tableside or monitoring and documenting the case. Maintains competency in each role, utilizing evidence-based practices and research consistent with an acute care registered nurse. Performs procedures effectively during call back. Exercises appropriate judgement utilizing resources.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Nursing.
• Two (2) years of Critical Care, CCL or interventional experience.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in South Carolina.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• RCIS certification preferred.
• Knowledgeable of limited angiographic exams, interventional procedures, and the use of contrast agents.
• Basic knowledge of radiographic equipment operation and radiation safety.

Responsibilities

• Completes direct patient pre-procedure assessment for sedation.
• Verifies Universal Protocol Part 1 is complete and notifies department and/or physician of any missing information.
• Reports and documents findings.
• Gathers pertinent records needed for procedures such as History and Physical, Lab reports, and Medication Record.
• Anticipates and/or predicts changes and modifies any care delivered to best meet the needs of the patient.
• Incorporates patient preferences, concerns, and special needs into daily work schedule.
• Monitors patient throughout the stay.
• Follows Infection Control policies and procedures on all patients.
• Maintains safe working environment.
• Takes immediate and appropriate action in life threatening emergencies and/or crisis situations.
• Administers IV medication and other drugs as directed by the physician.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines.
• Assures specimens are collected, handled properly, correctly labeled, and submitted to the appropriate department.
• Performs point of care testing.
• Communicates appropriately with hospital personnel, medical staff, patients, families, outside resources, and others verbally and in writing.
• Documents procedures and patient care which reflect treatment.
• Ensures patient understands and consents to procedures to be performed.
• Acts as a resource person to other staff.
• Maintains BLS/ACLS/PALS certification.
• Attends and participates in departmental staff meetings.
• Establishes daily procedure schedule in accordance with patient/procedure priorities and physician preferences.
• Keeps physicians, patients and families informed of any delays in schedule.
• Practices proper sterile technique.
• Demonstrates proper technique for removal and management of arterial sheath.
• Responsible for accurate and timely documentation of events of the case.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus eligible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree