RN - Interventional Radiology
About The Position
The staff Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional, direct 1:1 care to adult patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures in Interventional Radiology. The role uses the nursing process, current nursing practices, technology, and available financial and human resources to provide care in keeping with the institution’s philosophy. Interventional Radiology includes Radiology, Vascular Surgery, and Neuro Intervention, and performs C-arm-guided procedures. Nurses work closely with Prep/Recovery and Procedure Lab staff and are part of the comprehensive stroke team. The position involves a stimulating workflow and a collaborative team of three to four RNs and Radiology Technologists. The RN administers moderate sedation and other medications, monitors hemodynamics, identifies potentially life-threatening arrhythmias and provides appropriate clinical treatment, and documents procedure events. Nurses coordinate care with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team, respond to emergent changes, and contribute to safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice. Carle Health describes opportunities for personal and professional growth, including flexible staffing options, cross-training, job sharing, minimal on-call shifts, a physician lecture series with free CEUs, mentoring, and educational events with equipment and training.
Requirements
- College diploma in Nursing.
- Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in Illinois through IDFPR.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association within one year.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association within one year.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct 1:1 nursing care to adult patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Complete initial patient assessments and develop, implement, and continually modify plans of care based on patient and family needs.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of nursing care and procedure events.
- Administer medications required for procedures and manage patients during moderate sedation in accordance with Carle policies.
- Monitor hemodynamics, identify potentially life-threatening arrhythmias, and implement appropriate clinical treatment.
- Collaborate with patients and families, answering questions and providing emotional support as needed.
- Coordinate safe care delivery through communication with the multidisciplinary team and Procedure Lab and Prep/Recovery staff.
- Recognize and adapt to changes in procedures and respond to emergent situations.
- Promote patient and employee safety by reporting or correcting hazards and incidents.
- Participate in departmental quality-improvement and evidence-based practice projects.
- Fulfill departmental competencies and contribute to the professional development and knowledge-sharing of colleagues.
- Understand the supplies and equipment used in various procedures.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Flexible staffing options, including cross-training, job sharing, and minimal on-call shifts.
- HVI MD Lecture series with free continuing education units for staff.
- Mentoring program for new hires and transfers.
- Educational events with equipment and training.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
