Registered Nurse Intrvntl Rad

Brown Medicine•Cranston, RI

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, Lead Nurse of Interventional Radiology, and the Medical Director of IR, CT, MRI and US, and with support from the Nursing Directors of Adult Patient Services, provides comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing Diagnostic Imaging procedures in accordance with hospital and department policies, procedures, and physician orders. Care reflects the age-specific needs of geriatric, adult, and pediatric patients and supports patient- and family-centered services consistent with Brown University Health and Rhode Island Hospital’s mission, vision, and values. The role also coordinates quality and safety tracking while maintaining patient confidentiality. The nurse works independently within department policies and practices, referring complex issues to supervisors when policy clarification is needed. The position has no supervisory responsibility. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, either 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m., with call requirements on weekdays, holidays, and weekends. The position is based at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse licensure in Rhode Island through the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact.
Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
Current ACLS and BLS certification.
Demonstrated mature judgment, initiative, and proficiency in nursing skills.
Ability to work without direct supervision.
Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, IV skills, and universal precautions.
Knowledge and skills to provide care that accounts for aging processes, human developmental stages, and cultural patterns.
Ability to lift, pull, and position patients and wear an eight-to-ten-pound lead apron.
Ability to work primarily walking or standing, with some exposure to radiation while following established safety precautions.

Nice To Haves

One year of ICU-level critical care experience, or two years of ER nursing experience with at least one year of trauma room experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessments and collect information through interviews and record review; document findings on appropriate nursing assessment forms.
Provide direct patient care, prioritize patient needs, and act as a patient advocate.
Assess and monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, including vital signs, invasive pressure monitoring, and recognition of EKG changes; initiate appropriate nursing interventions.
Provide continuity of care for critically ill patients.
Administer conscious sedation and monitor patients according to hospital and department standards for CT, US, and VIR procedures.
Administer contrast material; recognize, document, and assist in treating contrast reactions; intervene in emergencies.
Assess the need for and administer other medications as appropriate.
Assist radiologists with procedures and treatments requiring professional nursing skills.
Use specialized equipment, including monitors, infusion pumps, pacemakers, defibrillators, ventilators, and oxygen equipment.
Document patient status and nursing interventions.
Communicate with radiology nurses, physicians, technologists, patient care units, and other caregivers about patient status, treatment, and outcomes.
Prioritize nursing responsibilities within the department and the pre- and post-procedure room.
Collaborate with the IR technologist to prepare patients and rooms for procedures.
Take call according to IR call policy, including weekday, holiday, and weekend call requirements.
Perform charge nurse duties in the pre- and post-procedure room as needed.
Provide patients and families with health teaching and procedural information.
Participate in staff education on patient care, safety, and infection control; serve as a resource for nursing, medical, and radiology staff; assist with orientation of nurses, students, technologists, and physicians.
Maintain departmental databases and provide data for procedure, complication, and outcome tracking and regulatory certifications.
Assist in reviewing NIR and VIR patient safety issues and support reporting and follow-up through the hospital event reporting system.
Assist with quality improvement and risk management programs.
Participate in developing and evaluating radiology policies and procedures.
Participate in performing, documenting, and reviewing patient and complication follow-up.
Maintain and enhance professional expertise through educational opportunities and literature.
Practice cost containment, maintain emergency equipment, and monitor medications including narcotics.
Assist with developing and implementing research projects and participate in hospital, nursing, and radiology committees.
Function as a member of the radiology team, act as a liaison between radiology and nursing units, and collaborate with other health care professionals to maintain continuity of quality patient care.
Perform other related duties as required.