RN- CT - RADIOLOGY

Baton-Rouge-General; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Education opportunities

Interdisciplinary team

Procedural nursing growth

Generous PTO

Wellness programs

Job summary

Baton Rouge General is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join the CT/Imaging Services team. The role focuses on coordinating and delivering individualized nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures, with emphasis on safety, education, and teamwork.

Required Louisiana RN licensure and strong clinical skills, plus preferred ACLS/PALS/CGRN; benefits include education opportunities and a collaborative interdisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN licensure required.
• ACLS certification required within one year of hire.
• PALS certification preferred.
• CGRN certification and SGNA membership encouraged/preferred.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
• Experience with procedural sedation, patient monitoring and recovery preferred.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide individualized nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures.
• Perform comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments; develop care plans and outcomes.
• Deliver direct patient care, administer medications, coordinate with physicians and technologists.
• Manage pre-, intra-, and post-procedure sedation and recovery; ensure patient safety and privacy.
• Educate patients and families about procedures and recovery; reduce anxiety.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team and participate in discharge planning and quality initiatives.
• Maintain certifications and competencies; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Critical thinking

Clinical decisions

Communication

Patient education

Teamwork

Procedural sedation

Patient safety

Education

RN license

ACLS certification within 1 year

PALS certification

CGRN certification

SGNA membership

Job description

• Industry Registered Nurse
• Employee Type Full-Time

Registered Nurse (RN) – CT / Imaging Services

Supporting Exceptional Patient Care Through Expert Clinical Assessment, Procedural Support & Compassionate Care

What We're Looking For:

Current Louisiana Registered Nurse (RN) licenserequired

Minimum one (1) year of nursing experience preferred

ACLS certificationrequired within one year of hire

PALS certification preferred

CGRN certification and SGNA membership encouraged/preferred

Strong assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills

Experience with procedural sedation, patient monitoring, and recovery preferred

Excellent communication and patient education skills

Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Commitment to patient safety, quality outcomes, and exceptional patient experiences

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

Comprehensive benefits for you and your family

Continuing education and professional development opportunities

Supportive interdisciplinary team culture

Opportunities to expand procedural, critical care, and imaging nursing skills

Generous paid time off and wellness initiatives

What You Will Do:

As an RN within CT and Imaging Services, you will coordinate and provide individualized nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures.

Patient Assessment & Care Planning

Perform comprehensive physical and psychosocial assessments

Prioritize patient needs and identify nursing diagnoses

Develop individualized plans of care

Establish expected outcomes and update care plans

Document assessments and care plans accurately

Direct Patient Care & Clinical Intervention

Deliver direct patient care using nursing practice standards

Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely

Coordinate care with physicians, technologists, and support services

Monitor patient responses and intervene appropriately

Maintain patient rights, dignity, and privacy

Procedural Nursing & Sedation Management

Perform pre-procedure assessments and patient preparation

Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures

Administer and monitor procedural sedation

Assist with procedures, medications, contrast administration, and equipment setup

Conduct post-procedure recovery monitoring and discharge instruction

Patient & Family Education

Educate patients and families regarding procedures and recovery

Reduce anxiety through compassionate communication

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Collaborate with physicians, technologists, and healthcare team members

Participate in care planning and discharge planning

Delegate care appropriately while maintaining accountability

Documentation & Quality Improvement

Document assessments, treatments, medications, and outcomes accurately

Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Evaluate treatment effectiveness and revise plans as needed

Other Duties

Maintain required certifications and competencies

Perform all other duties as assigned

What Sets BRG Apart:

At Baton Rouge General, our Imaging Services nurses help patients navigate critical points in their healthcare journey through expert assessment, procedural support, and compassionate patient-centered care.

Additional Information

• Shift times: Monday-Friday 7:30a-4p Full time No Call, Will work in CT to assist with procedures