Registered Nurse - Vascular

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The pay range for this position is $31.65-$49.45 based on direct and relevant experience.

The Registered Nurse - Vascular is responsible for assisting radiologists who have been extensively trained in the field of minimally invasive, interventional techniques, to provide state-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment for vascular-related conditions. You will help guide patients through their treatment plan in a comfortable, outpatient setting. We specialize in non-surgical solutions that offer less risk, less pain and less recovery time than traditional open surgeries. This is a casual/PRN position working various day shifts during the week, flexible schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(80%) Patient Care

• Explains procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and reduce apprehension
• Screens patient prior to procedure for any precautions or contra-indications
• Educates patient and family about pre, intra, and post procedure care
• Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment and examination of patient
• Documents patient history and physical assessment for assigned patients
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved standards and regulations for care
• Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patient
• Monitors and records patient conditions including vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents
• Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol
• Initiates a patient education plan according to the individualized needs of the patient, as prescribed by Physician and/or clinic policy including patient and family instruction

(15%) Department Support

• Participates in department or unit quality improvement activities
• Assists in establishing, evaluating and updating patient care standards
• Maintains and documents maintenance of patient monitoring, laboratory testing equipment, and procedural medications.

(5%) Other Duties and Projects as Assigned

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• Associate degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse with current appropriate state license, current and in good standing
• Two (2) years' experience working in a hospital or clinic
• Experienced and skilled in starting patient IVs
• Certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
• Certification in ACLS (Advance Cardiac Life Support)
• Current Tuberculosis (TB) test

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Experience in interventional radiology
• Experience in moderate conscious sedation
• Bilingual