Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology - BONUS AVAILABLE

Care New England; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England Health System in Rhode Island is seeking a skilled RN for the Special Procedures area to provide quality care under approved protocols, coordinating with radiology and nursing units for continuity of care.

You will educate patients and families, monitor conditions, assist radiologists, and respond to emergencies while adhering to hospital policies and procedures. RI licensure and recent critical care experience are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including examination and treatment, under an approved protocol.
• Educate patients/family regarding condition, treatment, discharge planning and follow-up.
• Utilize the nursing process to implement goal-directed care for a defined group of patients.
• Review medical records and report abnormal findings to physician and assess labs for procedure readiness.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes or emergencies to supervisors and physicians.
• Assist radiologist with procedures requiring specialized X-ray equipment as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in cardiopulmonary arrest protocols.
• Communicate with physicians and other departments to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary communication

Emergency response

Patient education

Education

Nursing degree

RI state licensure

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.