Registered Nurse - Imaging

Lehigh Valley Health Network; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network in the Lehigh Valley, PA, seeks an experienced RN to assist radiologists in imaging procedures. Responsibilities include prepping patients, monitoring vitals, administering sedation, and coordinating nursing care around imaging events.

The role emphasizes safe patient care, teamwork, and clear communication with physicians and technicians; requires PA RN license, 3 years med-surg, and 1 year critical care, with BLS/ACLS/PALS within 90 days. Day shift, onsite.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Pennsylvania.
• 3 years medical/surgical nursing experience.
• 1 year critical care experience.
• Ability to administer moderate sedation.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients prior to procedures by reviewing history and labs.
• Administers conscious sedation per policy.
• Acts as liaison between patient, nursing staff, and physician.
• Notifies RN or physician of status changes and assists transportation per need.
• Discharges patient per Aldrette score/ Anesthesia guidelines.
• Documents medications and equipment in patient chart.
• Responds to code blues and RRT as needed.
• Educates and trains new staff and students.

Education

Associate’s Degree Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree Nursing

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Assists the radiologist in various radiology procedures by prepping patients beforehand through explaining the process to them, checking their vital signs, administering medicine, and providing care for patients undergoing imaging procedures. Provides nursing services, helps to carry out physician orders, responds and reports to attending/radiologist any changes in condition, oversees the distribution of medications, charts medications, distributes/counts narcotics, and responds to emergencies.

Job Duties

• Assesses patients prior to their procedures by studying patient medical histories, reviewing patient history and Lab values, and speaking with both patients and their physicians.
• Administers conscious sedation per hospital policy.
• Helps patients better understand the procedures they need and serves as a liaison between the patient, nursing staff, and physician. Attends to the needs of the patient while in Radiology. Provides proper patient care, comfort, and understanding at all times.
• Communicates with RN or patient’s physician any change in status, medications given, and any intervention taken, including transportation of patient back to unit if indicated. Initiates post procedure orders and communicates all pertinent data to the nursing unit and accompanies patient to unit, if indicated
• Discharges patient from interventional per Aldrette score/Anesthesia guidelines.
• Inputs all LDA lines in EPic. Documents that a implanted supply has been exported in patients chart in EPic.
• Responds to all code blues and RRT within Radiology. Assists radiologists and code teams as needed.
• Collaborates with Pediatric Intensivist for sedation of Pediatric cases. Follows PALS guidelines.
• Performs pre and post procedure telephone calls for outpatients.
• Follows National Patient Safety Goals including complete Invasive Procedure Checklist and patient identification. Completes patient safety reports, as indicated.
• Completes patient safety reports, as indicated.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the nursing staff, patients, and healthcare providers.
• Maintains equipment and room cleanliness. Puts unused supplies away and restocks as needed. Assumes responsibility for cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area. Does light housekeeping. Maintains orderliness.
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Assumes responsibility and accountability for his/her own safety and the safety of others.
• Assists in the education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree Nursing
• 3 years Experience in medical/surgical nursing and
• 1 year Critical care
• Ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patients needs that are age appropriate.
• Ability to select proper instrumentation/supplies appropriate for age group of patient served.
• Ability to administer moderate sedation, dysrhythmia recognition, and treatment.
• Able to work under stressful situations.
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association within 90 Days
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association within 90 Days
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association within 90 Days
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree Nursing

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift

Day Shift

Address

2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type

Onsite

Union

Not Applicable

Work Schedule

Monday -Friday with varied start times, Call required, with Weekend call rotation

Department

1004-06124 CT Scan - Muhl