Registered Nurse

MedStar Radiology Network - Washington, D.C. & Maryland•Bel Air, MD

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

MedStar Radiology Network is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse Radiology Navigator to support hospitals and outpatient imaging centers in Maryland and Washington, DC. The Radiology Navigator supports the Incidental Findings Program by tracking incidental findings, such as pulmonary nodules and cysts, and assisting with patient education, follow-up imaging, and appointments. The role uses software to track and document cases and may serve as lead navigator for incidental findings or provide backup support to the mammography department. The nurse mentors and guides navigators, technologists, and assistants, and helps ensure services are delivered safely and in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements. Under the direction of a Nursing Supervisor, Clinical Manager, or Clinical Director, the Registered Nurse provides skilled, interdisciplinary patient care in collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare team members. The nurse contributes to imaging center operations, helps facilitate timely patient care, and seeks and provides feedback to improve clinical practice. The position may include mentoring staff, orienting new employees, supervising and scheduling nursing staff, and assuming leadership duties when assigned. The role is full-time and offers a hybrid-remote schedule after training.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience as an RN in a clinical setting.
Graduate of an accredited RN program.
Meet the state licensure requirements for the state in which the nurse practices.
BLS certification required within 60 days of hire.
Ability to work independently and multitask.
Ability to document accurately and concisely.
Ability to manage medical emergencies and contrast reactions under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner.
Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and data retrieval.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification may be required.

Responsibilities

Track incidental findings, including pulmonary nodules and cysts, and support patient education and follow-up imaging and appointments.
Use software to track and document incidental findings.
Serve as lead navigator for incidental findings and/or provide backup to the mammography department, when applicable.
Mentor and guide other navigators, technologists, and assistants; orient new employees and mentor staff.
Supervise and schedule nursing staff.
Assume a leadership role in the absence of a supervisor or manager when assigned, and assist with administrative or project duties.
Serve as a competent monitor during procedures requiring conscious sedation, when needed.
Collaborate with imaging center staff to facilitate timely patient care and escalate issues or concerns appropriately.
Instruct students and residents and perform preceptor duties as necessary.
Assist with assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care.
Identify patients and assist technologists with patient preparation and positioning.
Prepare patients for procedures by conducting preliminary physical tests, taking vital signs and weight, and reporting patient history summaries.
Explain procedures to patients and answer questions.
Perform venipuncture and maintain intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
Identify, prepare, and/or administer medications as prescribed by and under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner, in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Prepare, measure, and deliver oral contrast under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner.
Access power ports according to procedure.
Monitor and record patients’ physiological condition.
Serve as a liaison with primary care departments.
Help maintain supply inventory and keep clinical areas, exam rooms, treatment areas, equipment, and supplies ready and orderly.
Support internal and external customers and follow safety standards for patients, visitors, and staff.
Perform equipment quality assurance checks.
Assist other imaging modalities or areas as assigned or when workload permits.
Participate in performance improvement activities and staff, in-service, and center-wide meetings.
Participate as a team member and remain accountable for assigned work.
Use AIDET and HEAL practices when interacting with patients and customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.