Registered Nurse

Washington Radiology; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 61,992 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k retirement plan

PTO & Paid holidays

Backup child/adult care

Job summary

Washington Radiology in Chevy Chase, MD seeks a Registered Nurse to join our patient‑focused team. You will provide nursing care in a radiology office, respond to emergencies, and administer medications and contrast media under physician orders. The role requires strong patient communication and clinical expertise.

The position offers a Monday, Wednesday, and Friday schedule from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with an hourly range of $45–55, commensurate with experience, and a supportive work environment

Qualifications

• BS degree in nursing is required.
• Current ACLS/CPR certification is required.
• Two years of patient care experience preferred, especially in critical care or radiology nursing.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and maintain standards of nursing care and a quality assurance program in the office.
• Respond to medical emergencies within the office and act as emergency team leader until physician arrives.
• Insert angiocaths, butterfly needles, IV quick-caths and monitor IV fluids as needed.
• Administer medications and contrast media per physician orders; manage crash cart medications and refresh as needed.
• Call patients for exam prep, obtain medical history, assist physician with diagnosis, and document patient records.

Skills

IV administration

CPR/ACLS

Patient care

Education

BS in Nursing

RN license (state)

Job description

At Washington Radiology, we save lives. We are empowered, appreciated, and part of something bigger. Together, we deliver compassionate, exceptional care. Every patient. Every time. Our service based culture is reflected in our day-to-day interactions that are warm and welcoming and delivered with care, compassion and clinical expertise. Our commitment to excellence can be seen across every level of our organization, beginning with our team members and extending to the patients, families, and physicians we serve. For more than 70 years, Washington Radiology has set the standard for medical imaging care.

Registered Nurse

Work Location

Chevy Chase, MD

Work Hours

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Hourly Range

$45-55 commensurate with experience

Department Highlights

• Patient-Focused Team
• Cohesive and Friendly Environment
• Supportive and Encouraging Atmosphere

A Day In The Life Of a Registered Nurse

• Plan, implement and maintain standards of nursing care and a quality assurance program in the office.
• Respond to all medical emergencies within the office and assume role of emergency team leader until physician arrives; Maintain communication with on-call emergency physician.
• Insert angiocaths, butterfly needles, IV quick-caths and monitor IV fluid administration of patients when necessary.
• Administer emergency medications, intravenous narcotics, other medications and oxygen therapy per physician’s orders; Prepare and administer contrast media for patient consumption; Account for controlled medications on crash cart; Monitor expiration dates of medications on crash cart and replace them when needed.
• Telephone patients who are scheduled for examinations to obtain medical history and pertinent information and to give preparation instructions; Ascertain area of injury or patient’s symptoms to assist the physician in reporting the proper diagnosis; Maintain patient assessment record-keeping - patient history/consent information, contrast dosage and reaction; Review discharge and follow-up instructions with patients and their families.
• Provide in-service to staff and physicians regarding nursing policies, emergency trauma, trauma equipment, contrast injector, venipuncture, CPR and OSHA regulations.
• Correctly process all pertinent exam related information including charge slips and/or direct computer entry as directed.
• Must be thoroughly knowledgeable about and comply with the policies and procedures of the Corporation.
• Should be familiar with the operation of the clerical and reception areas of the office and assist when needed, including the management of patient records and files.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and monitor its operation, reporting any problems to the appropriate persons.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Here Is What You Will Need

• Must have a BS degree in nursing from an accredited school.
• Must have a minimum of two years patient care experience, preferably in critical care or radiology nursing.
• Must have demonstrated proficiency in IV administration techniques.
• Must maintain current Advanced Cardiac Life Support/CPR certification.
• Must present registered nurses license for the state you are working in, maintain credentials through continuing education programs and provide copy to manager at time of renewal.
• Should be able to lift and move patients as required.

Why Washington Radiology?

• A Great Place to Work for multiple years in a row!
• Offer competitive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Backup Child/Adult Care as well as other unique benefits.