Registered Nurse Intrvntl Rad

Rhode Island Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse for the Interventional Radiology department. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and Lead Nurse of Interventional Radiology, you will provide comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic imaging procedures in CT, MRI, ultrasound, and vascular interventional radiology. You will care for geriatric, adult, and pediatric patients across all developmental stages, delivering patient and family-centered care in accordance with hospital policies and the physician's orders.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments and data collection through interviews and record review, documenting findings on appropriate nursing assessment forms
• Provide direct patient care and prioritize patient needs while serving as a patient advocate
• Assess and monitor patient condition throughout pre-, peri-, and post-procedural periods, including vital signs, invasive pressure monitoring, and EKG changes, initiating appropriate nursing interventions
• Provide continuity of care for critically ill patients
• Administer conscious sedation and monitor patients in accordance with hospital and departmental standards for CT, ultrasound, and vascular interventional radiology procedures
• Administer contrast material and recognize, document, and assist in treatment of contrast reactions
• Intervene in emergency situations
• Assess patient needs and administer medications as appropriate
• Assist radiologists with procedures requiring professional nursing skills
• Demonstrate proficiency with specialized equipment including monitors, infusion pumps, pacemakers, defibrillators, ventilators, and oxygen equipment
• Document patient status and nursing interventions
• Communicate effectively with radiology nurses, physicians, technologists, and other patient care units regarding patient status, treatment, and outcomes
• Prioritize nursing responsibilities within the department and pre- and post-procedure rooms
• Collaborate with IR technologists to prepare patients and rooms for procedures
• Perform charge nurse and pre- and post-procedure room duties as needed
• Take call according to IR call policy
• Maintain emergency equipment and monitor medications including narcotics

Education and Professional Development

• Provide health teaching and procedural information to patients and families
• Participate in staff education on patient care, safety, and infection control
• Act as a resource person for nursing, medical, and radiology staff
• Assist with orientation of nurses, students, technologists, and physicians
• Maintain and enhance professional expertise through appropriate educational opportunities and literature

Quality, Safety, and Collaboration

• Maintain departmental databases to track procedures, complications, and outcomes for regulatory agency certifications
• Assist in review of safety issues for patients and support reporting in the hospital event reporting system
• Assist with quality improvement and risk management programs
• Participate in development and evaluation of policies and procedures in radiology
• Participate in performing, documenting, and reviewing patient and complication follow-up
• Assist with development and implementation of research projects
• Participate in hospital, nursing, and radiology committees
• Function as a member of the radiology team and liaison between radiology and nursing units
• Interact with other healthcare professionals to maintain continuity of quality patient care
• Practice cost containment

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Rhode Island from the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing
• Graduate 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
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide care to patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of ICU-level critical care experience, OR
• Two years of ER nursing experience with at least one year in a trauma room

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Some exposure to radiation; hazards minimized by adherence to established safety precautions
• Lifting, pulling, and positioning patients
• Wearing an eight-to-ten-pound lead apron
• Spends majority of time walking or standing

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM or 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM
• Call requirement on weekdays, holidays, and weekends
• Day shift

Location

• Rhode Island Hospital, 593 Eddy Street, Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Employment

• Full-time position
• Union: United Nurses and Allied Professionals
• No driving required