Clinical Nurse - Interventional Radiology PACU

Vetted Solutions; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career ladder with pay increases

Comprehensive benefits

Ongoing education support

Exposure to innovative procedures

Job summary

Vetted Solutions in St. Louis, MO is seeking a skilled PACU Registered Nurse to provide direct postoperative care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for complex interventional cases and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, patient-centered recovery. The ideal candidate holds an RN license with a nursing diploma or associate degree (bachelor's preferred) and demonstrates strong critical thinking, communication, and

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Nursing diploma or associate degree; bachelor’s preferred.
• Pre/post or critical care experience preferred; entry level possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care during recovery from procedures, including complex interventions.
• Educate patients and families on health management and post-care needs.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and professional development activities.
• Contribute to the development and communication of individualized care plans.

Skills

RN license

Critical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Nursing diploma or associate degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a fast-paced PACU environment, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. Works with complex interventional radiology cases and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care. Promotes safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while educating patients and families on post-treatment care and medication management. Develops and documents individualized care plans, communicates effectively across care teams, and assesses physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs. Utilizes critical nursing skills to evaluate patient conditions and advocate for patient preferences.

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a fast-paced PACU environment, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. Works with complex interventional radiology cases and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care. Promotes safety, quality, and regulatory compliance while educating patients and families on post-treatment care and medication management. Develops and documents individualized care plans, communicates effectively across care teams, and assesses physical, psychosocial, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs. Utilizes critical nursing skills to evaluate patient conditions and advocate for patient preferences.

Qualifications & Skills

• RN license required
• Nursing diploma or associate's degree; bachelor's preferred
• Pre/post or critical care experience preferred; no experience necessary for entry-level
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work safely and maintain alertness in a safety-sensitive role

Key Duties

• Provide comprehensive patient care during recovery from procedures, including complex interventions
• Educate patients and families on health management and post-care needs
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and professional development activities
• Contribute to the development and communication of individualized care plans

Additional Information:

Opportunities for professional growth through a career ladder with pay increases, comprehensive benefits, and support for ongoing education. The role offers exposure to innovative procedures and technologies, working alongside renowned surgeons and specialists in a Magnet-recognized hospital setting.