TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified Other RN in Duluth, Georgia, 30096!
Job Title
Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse
Job Summary
Join a dedicated team as an Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse at an acute care hospital located in Duluth, Georgia. This role involves providing specialized nursing care to patients undergoing a variety of diagnostic and interventional procedures.
The successful candidate will be responsible for comprehensive patient management, including pre-procedure preparation, intra-procedure monitoring, and post-procedure recovery, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety within the interventional radiology suite.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist physicians during a variety of interventional radiology procedures, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
- Administer medications, including moderate sedation, and continuously monitor patient response and vital signs.
- Perform thorough pre-procedure patient assessment, education, and preparation.
- Provide comprehensive post-procedure care, monitoring for complications, and delivering clear discharge instructions.
- Maintain strict sterile technique and ensure a safe environment for all procedures.
- Operate and troubleshoot specialized interventional radiology equipment.
- Accurately and thoroughly document all aspects of patient care in the electronic health record.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of two (2) years of recent experience as a Registered Nurse in Interventional Radiology or Special Procedures.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Preferred Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in IV insertion and phlebotomy.
- Competence in EKG interpretation and cardiac rhythm monitoring.
- Experience with moderate sedation administration and monitoring.
- Strong understanding of sterile technique and infection control protocols.
- Ability to operate and troubleshoot interventional radiology equipment.
- Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient and team interaction.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic procedural environment.
Shift Details
- Shift Type: AM
- Shift Duration: 12 hours
- Days per Week: 3
- Typical Start Time: 7:00 AM
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotation: Not specified.
- Hospital System Holiday Expectations: Must work two (2) major holidays (Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day) and one (1) minor holiday (Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve) during the assignment period.
Licensing Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association (AHA).
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from American Heart Association (AHA).