Registered Nurse (RN) Interventional Radiology

MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 58,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking on campus

Tuition assistance and educationalAdv.

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan with employer

Job summary

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is seeking an Interventional Radiology Nurse Specialist to provide patient-centered care before, during, and after invasive procedures or sedation in the Radiology department. You will collaborate with physicians, anesthesia, and the nursing team to ensure safe, high-quality care throughout the procedural experience.

The role requires 1–2 years of IR/Cath Lab/ICU/ED experience, a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, DC state RN licensure, CPR, ACLS within

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia recognition.
• Ability to monitor patients during procedures and respond to changes in condition.
• Familiarity with conscious sedation procedures and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive pre-procedural assessments.
• Provide patient-centered care during invasive procedures or sedation.
• Monitor patients continuously and respond to changes with clinical judgment.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia, and nursing teams to ensure safety.

Skills

Cardiac monitoring

Arrhythmia recognition

Conscious sedation

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

About the Job

Responsible for patient assessment pre and intra procedural care of patients undergoing invasive procedures or sedation in the Department of Radiology. This is accomplished according to an established plan of care under the direction of the Director of Operations and Radiology Nurse Coordinator in charge of Nursing who is a licensed Registered Nurse. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy policies procedures and standards.

General Summary of Position

Our Distinctions Include

• Magnet® Designation five consecutive times, placing us among just 2% of hospitals nationwide
• First hospital awarded the ANCC Well-Being Excellence™ Credential
• Academic medical center environment with advanced technology and leading-edge therapies
• Commitment to professional growth, collaboration, and evidence-based practice

Position Responsibilities

As an Interventional Radiology Nurse Specialist, you will provide skilled, patient-centered care throughout the procedural experience.

• Performing comprehensive pre-procedural assessments
• Preparing patients for a wide range of minimally invasive interventions
• Providing continuous patient monitoring during procedures
• Administering moderate sedation under physician guidance in accordance with hospital policies
• Recognizing and responding to changes in patient condition using sound clinical judgment
• Collaborating closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality care
• Recovery care is provided by a dedicated Procedural PACU team, allowing nurses to focus on delivering exceptional procedural care.

Schedule

Four 10-hour shifts per week + Call

Benefits That Invest in You

• Nationally recognized nurse well-being resources
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Free parking on campus
• Tuition assistance and educational advancement opportunities
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Nursing. required

Experience

• 1-2 years experience required. IR, Cath Lab, ICU, ED preferable

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
• Health Services\ACLS within 180 Days required
• Health Services\PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia recognition invasive pressure monitoring conscious sedation emergency care and comprehensive assessment skills preferred.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $42.00 - USD $69.42 /Hr.