Registered Nurse (RN) - Radiology Support/IR, Part Time

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Level II Registered Nurse. The nurse will provide direct and coordinated patient care in collaboration with the healthcare team, following the nursing process and evidence-based practice to deliver safe, effective care.

The Level II RN will supervise and delegate tasks, participate in quality improvement, and ensure patient/family education and discharge planning are integrated into care. Virginia RN license required; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with RN licensure.
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience; 1 year critical care experience preferred.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire; ACLS within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate nursing care using the nursing process.
• Oversee licensed and unlicensed personnel in assigned tasks.
• Coordinate patient/family teaching and discharge planning.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and hospital committees.

Skills

Nursing skills

Critical care experience

Team collaboration

Education

ASN or RN diploma

BSN (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary:

The Level II Competent Registered Nurse is clinically able to care for patients. The Level II MWHC nurse demonstrates the ability to collaborate with the healthcare team to improve the quality of care in the designated clinical area by incorporating research and implementing evidenced-based knowledge into practice. The Level II Competent Registered Nurse assumes the accountability and responsibility as a professional nurse for providing total, comprehensive, continuous, and patient-centered care for an assigned group of patients. The RN is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosing, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Practice Standards for a Level II Registered Nurse:

In the MWHC Practice Standards, a Level II Registered Nurse is outlined in the following areas of: Exemplary Professional Practice Standards Structural Empowerment Practice Standards Transformational Leadership Practice Standards New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvement Practice Standards Essential Functions & Responsibilities: Direct and coordinate nursing care, including oversight of licensed and unlicensed personnel in any assigned or delegated tasks using the nursing process and interdisciplinary teamwork to achieve desired patient outcomes. Coordinate involvement of the patient, family and health team members in patient care, including patient/family teaching and discharge planning. Communicate and coordinate the plan of care and other pertinent information to/from other health care team members. Assist Leadership to define standards of excellence for patient care; participate in improvement of patient care services. Participate in, contribute to and integrate performance improvement into care delivery and participate in quality improvement activities. Participate in orientation of new permanent and temporary staff members. Act as point of contact on hospital and departmental policies and procedures to nurses and other health team members. Participate in daily operational activities necessary for safe patient/staff environment. Provide input to the Nurse Manager regarding unit needs. Participate in unit, departmental and hospital committees for formulation of nursing and hospital policies and procedures. Provides supervision and delegation of selected procedures and tasks to appropriately trained unlicensed persons. Assists with scheduling interventional procedures, confirms appointments 24 hours in advance and provide pre-procedure instruction. Performs post procedure discharge phone calls and documents information in medical record. Maintains authority to administer contrast agents/radiopharmaceuticals and follow established guidelines for the selection/administration of appropriate contrast type, amount and concentration. Serves as a preceptor/resource to nurses and other radiology Associates related to contrast/radiopharmaceutical administration assessment and authorization. Ability to complete physical assessments; identify potential clinical issues and emergent situations and elevate/intervene as appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications ASN Pay Range $44.64 - $ 56.82:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program and has experience as a Registered Nurse. 1 year of nursing experience required, 1 year of critical care experience preferred. Valid RN License from Virginia or reciprocal compact state required. BSN is preferred. AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire AHA ACLS Provider required within 60 days

Qualifications BSN Pay Range $46.55 - $59.25:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program and has experience as a Registered Nurse. 1 year of nursing experience required, 1 year of critical care experience preferred. Valid RN License from Virginia or reciprocal compact state required. BSN required. AHA BLS Provider CPR required at hire AHA ACLS Provider required within 60 days

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE). We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required Physical Requirements:

Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands; frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting; ability to lift 35 lbs.; ability to push and pull 20 lbs.; auditory and visual skills to include color determination; ability to work in confined spaces; ability to reach above/overhead. Mental Requirements: Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends. Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards: Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.

Compensation Pay Range: $44.64 - $59.25

Working at Mary Washington Healthcare Whether you are a new grad, experienced clinical professional or wanting to begin a career in healthcare, there is no better place than Mary Washington Healthcare. As a Great Place to Work-Certified company we treat our Associates like family – with respect, understanding, and communication. Safety is our top priority As a healthcare system, patient and Associate safety is our priority which is why all Associates will be required to take the following vaccines*: Annual flu vaccine MWHC reserves the right to amend this list at any time. Medical and Religious exemptions may apply, Will be discussed at interview.