RN, Jewish Hospital, Radiology, Part-time, 7a-7p

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Nurse provides safe and effective nursing care in the Imaging Department, including pre-, intra-, and postoperative care. The nurse supports the hospital’s mission by helping deliver quality patient care in Diagnostic Imaging. The role includes medication administration and patient monitoring during conscious sedation, support for invasive procedures, patient education and documentation, emergency response, and collaboration with department staff. The position is part-time, with a stated schedule of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and is based at Jewish Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing.
Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) credential/licensure, as indicated in the posting.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide medication and patient monitoring during conscious sedation in the Imaging Department.
Assist with scheduling invasive procedures.
Assist with and monitor patient flow in Diagnostic Imaging.
Perform sterile preparation before invasive procedures.
Screen patients before invasive procedures, including reviewing lab values and contrast allergies.
Prepare medications and intravenous contrast according to hospital and department protocols.
Monitor patient condition throughout invasive procedures.
Set up sterile trays for invasive procedures.
Provide pre- and post-procedure patient education.
Document patient care according to hospital protocol.
Respond to emergencies within the department.
Perform venipuncture as needed throughout the department.
Assist with orienting new or temporary nursing staff to their duties.
Assist with departmental performance-improvement activities.
Maintain appropriate clinical credentials and certifications and ensure current copies are on file with the hospital or department.
Attend and participate in department meetings.
Represent the hospital and department in a positive and supportive manner.
Demonstrate collaboration, teamwork, service orientation, integrity, communication, accountability, organizational alignment, and support for developing others.
Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data.
Follow organizational and department-specific safety standards and guidelines.
Collaborate with and support team members, and provide effective customer service to physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff, and the broader health care community.
Perform other duties as assigned.