Minimum of 1.5 years clinical experience in a healthcare setting
Experience in radiology preferred
Proficient in IV insertion/removal
BCLS certification is mandatory; ACLS certification preferred
Responsibilities
Verify vital signs, medications, and patient medical history
Insert and remove IV lines as necessary
Administer medications, including moderate sedation
Monitor patients' vital signs and patterns during procedures
Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care
Assist in circulating and scrubbing procedures as needed
Provide thorough post-procedure monitoring for complications
Benefits
Access to continuing education resources
Opportunities for career advancement in a dynamic healthcare environment
Supportive work culture focused on patient care
Comprehensive training and orientation programs
Full Job Description
Saint Joseph's Medical Center is seeking an Interventional Radiology RN to provide education to the patient and family members to ensure understanding of the procedure and plan of care before signing procedural consent and providing them with discharge planning/instructions.
Job Description:
Check and verify vital signs, meds, NPO status, lab results, and medical history.
Inserting and removing intravenous lines.
Administering medications including moderate sedation.
Monitoring patient patterns and vital signs during the procedure.
Overseeing the safety and comfort of patients before, during, and after procedures.
Circulate/scrub procedures as needed.
Providing post-procedure monitoring: Includes observing for signs and symptoms of complications, such as bleeding from the puncture site, pain, and/or changes in mental status or vital signs.
Requirements:
New York State RN license
Minimum of 1.5 years of related clinical experience required
Radiology experience and IV skills highly preferred
BCLS required; ACLS preferred
Base Hourly Rate: $54.2743 Rate increases based on years of experience
