Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology

Care New England; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England is seeking a qualified registered nurse for the Special Procedures area. You will provide direct patient care under approved protocols, educate patients and families, and serve as a liaison with radiology and nursing units to ensure seamless care and communication.

The role requires an accredited nursing degree, RI licensure, and current BLS/ACLS with 3+ years in Critical Care or Special Procedures, plus the ability to respond to emergencies and manage complex patient needs.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
• RI State Licensure is required.
• Current BLS, ACLS and Moderate Sedation certifications, plus 3+ years of Critical Care/Special Procedures experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under an approved protocol and adjust care as needed.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatment, discharge planning, and follow-up exams.
• Act as liaison between Special Procedures and nursing units to ensure continuity of care.
• Review medical records and lab data; communicate abnormal findings to physicians and assess patient readiness for procedures.
• Monitor patient conditions and report changes to supervisors and physicians.
• Assist radiologist with procedures requiring specialized X-ray equipment.
• Respond to emergencies per established procedures.
• Perform nursing skills per physician orders and hospital policies.
• Communicate with physicians and departments to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient education

Emergency response

Liaison with radiology

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for providing quality nursing care to patients of the Special Procedures area while utilizing the nursing process, and acts as a liaison between the Special Procedures area and the nursing units to provide continuity of care and optimal communication.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including examination and treatment, under an approved protocol. Evaluate outcomes and adjust nursing care processes as needed to ensure optimal patient care.
• Educate patients/family regarding condition, treatment, discharge/transfer planning and follow-up examinations if needed. Seek feedback from patients/family to evaluate understanding and document.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement goal-directed nursing care for a defined group of patients.
• Review patient medical record, report abnormal findings to physician, interventional Radiologist and assess lab data to ensure patient preparedness for planned procedure. Ensure signed consent has been obtained.
• Monitor medical condition of assigned patients at all times and report to Nursing Supervisor, and Physician or designee any patient care problems, changes in condition or unexpected occurrences.
• Assist radiologist with specialized procedures requiring the use of specialized X-ray equipment, as needed.
• Anticipate and participate in emergency procedures as necessary.
• Perform a variety of nursing skills in compliance with physician orders and established Hospital policies and procedures.
• Communicate with physicians and other departments to consult on patient status and to ensure continuity of care.
• Respond to cases of cardiopulmonary arrest, fire, disaster or other emergencies in accordance with established procedures.
• Administer Moderate Sedation in a controlled setting.
• Assume responsibility for own professional development, setting goals and striving to achieve them through available resources, such as attending seminars, inservices and/or reading journals.
• Act as a liaison between X-ray department and nurses.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited nursing program and a minimum of three years job-related experience or equivalent is required. RI State Licensure is also required. Current BLS, ACLS, Moderate Sedation, and at least 3 years Critical Care/Spec Procedures experience is required.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE)and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.