REGISTERED NURSE

Job Summary

The primary duty of the Registered Nurse is to monitor and care for the patient during Interventional Radiology and Vascular procedures. The nurse also liaises between the patient, healthcare providers, and family. The nurse is to be familiar with the overall function(s) of the Interventional Radiology and Vascular specialty.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises care given by nonprofessional staff and provides instruction as needed.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures, including checking vital signs
• Analyze lab results and medical history
• Provide education to the patient and family members
• Insert and remove IV lines
• Administer drugs, including moderate sedation
• Monitor patient patterns and vital signs during the procedure
• Oversee the safety and comfort of patients
• Provide post-procedure monitoring
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Required Skills / Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in nursing or BSN required
• Two years of moderate sedation administration and recovery required
• Two years of experience in Interventional Radiology or Cath Lab, preferred
• Current license to practice nursing in the state
• Minimum of six months of recent experience as a professional nurse
• ACLS/BLS required
• Experience in Pre-Op/PACU, CV, and ICU preferred
• Experience in Interventional Radiology and/or Cath Lab preferred

Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times