Interventional Radiology RN: Patient Care Leader

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Federal retirement plan (pension) & 5%

Federal health/vision/dental insurance

Life insurance & long-term care

On-call 24/7 readiness

Mon-Fri 07:30–16:00 schedule

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs in Tucson seeks an IR Registered Nurse to provide evidence-based care for patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures. The role includes coordinating care with licensed practical nurses and nursing assistants, leading education/orientation, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

The IR RN will mentor staff, oversee safety during vascular/interventional procedures, and ensure post-procedure care and patient

Qualifications

• Deliver evidence-based nursing care to IR patients.
• Lead nursing education and orientation programs within unit.
• Coordinate patient care during invasive procedures and post-care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care before, during, and after invasive IR procedures.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for IR patients.
• Perform hemodynamic monitoring and moderate sedation as needed.
• Educate patients and families about procedures and post-care.
• Maintain readiness of IR supplies and equipment and mentor staff.

Skills

Evidence-based care

Nursing education

Quality improvement

Invasive procedure care

Patient education

Education

Approved nursing program

Active nursing license (state)

Tools

Mechanical lifts

Job description

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs in Tucson seeks an IR Registered Nurse to provide evidence-based care for patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures. The role includes coordinating care with licensed practical nurses and nursing assistants, leading education/orientation, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

The IR RN will mentor staff, oversee safety during vascular/interventional procedures, and ensure post-procedure care and patient