Registered Nurse - Radiology

University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care

Flexible Spending Account

403b Retirement

Insurance Benefits (Life/L/T)

Paid time off

Job summary

University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center in Burlington, VT is seeking an experienced Radiology RN. The role requires more than one year in RN practice with preference for radiology exposure. Responsibilities include IV sedation during procedures, vital signs monitoring (ECG and pacemaker activity during MRI), and peri-procedure patient care.

On-call is not required. The position offers a comprehensive total rewards package and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure recognized by Vermont.
• ADN is required; BSN preferred.
• Experience in radiology or related clinical area.

Responsibilities

• Administer IV sedation/analgesia during special procedures.
• Monitor vitals including ECG rhythms and pacemaker activity during MRI.
• Care for patients receiving nuclear medicine treatment and manage labs/medications.
• Conduct pre/post intervention calls and assist with policy/protocol development.
• Assist with peripheral IV checks, infusaports, and patient comfort.

Skills

Radiology nursing

ECG monitoring

IV sedation awareness

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Tools

Telemetry equipment

MRI safety procedures

Job description

Unit Description

Greater than one year of experience as an RN is required. Previous experience in Radiology is preferred.

The Radiology RNs complete specialized nursing duties such as administering IV sedation or analgesia during special procedures, monitoring vital signs including ECG rhythms, closely monitoring patients with cardiac/pulse oximeters i.e., and pacemaker monitoring during MRI scans. Radiology nurses will be required to care for patients receiving nuclear medicine treatment, care and management of labs, medications, and pre and post intervention phone calls. Radiology modalities call on nurses to care for patients transported from inpatient settings, patients in emergency situations, pediatric patients and others needing sedation with assistance of the anesthesiologist. The Radiology Nurse may be called upon to help write patient care policies, design flowsheets, patient instruction sheets and/or develop protocols and care plans. Additional required tasks may include routinely starting or checking peripheral IV's, assess/de-access infusaports, suction patients, insert in-dwelling catheters and assisting patients with their personal needs.

On-call: Not Required

Links

• At UVMMC, we support our employees as passionately as we care for our patients. We offer a comprehensive, total compensation package that includes salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and more: Benefits | Careers - University of Vermont Health
• What is it like working here? Culture, Experience and Community Health | Careers - University of Vermont Health
• Why Burlington, VT? Life in Vermont & New York | Careers - University of Vermont Health
• Find more information about the University of Vermont Health Network here: About Us | University of Vermont Health

Requirements

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont required.
• ADN required, BSN preferred.
• Appropriate experience in specific clinical area. Varies by unit.

Our Total Rewards Package includes

• Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Benefits (403b)
• Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, Short-Term)
• Paid time Time Off

Joining our team has its perks

• We encourage professional growth and development
• We ensure our nurses are truly happy and feel valued
• We offer structured preceptorships and continuing education
• We are committed to great patient ratios
• Our team culture is unlike what you'll find at other hospitals
• We've made significant investments in safe patient handling and mobility equipment
• Nurses truly have a voice here through our shared governance

About the Area

Located in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont, you'll find all of the amenities of the best small cities, alongside the very best skiing and riding in the east (with six ski resorts within an hour of downtown). In Burlington, everyone can truly find what they're looking for to unwind; from Nordic skiing to mountain biking to backcountry touring.

Burlington has a robust food and music scene, with entertainment options for all ages. Designated the "Healthiest City in the USA" by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Burlington ranked highest in exercise, and among the lowest in obesity, diabetes and other indicators of ill health.

We offer a quality of life that is second to none in Burlington, the cultural hub of Vermont. With exciting signing incentives and relocation assistance, moving to Vermont has never been an easier decision.