RN - Interventional Radiology - Mercy Hospital Jefferson

Mercy; Crystal City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO seeks an Interventional Radiology nurse to provide specialized care for patients undergoing IR procedures. You will perform pre-procedure assessments, monitor patient status, educate patients and families, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality care.

This is a full-time daytime role with no weekends or on-call requirements. The nurse will assist physicians during vascular and non-vascular procedures, administer

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program.
• Current RN license in the hiring state and/or compact licensure.
• BLS certification or completion within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS/ALS certification may be required depending on unit.
• Possesses strong assessment and procedural support skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-procedure assessments.
• Educate patients and families.
• Monitor patient status throughout care.
• Assist physicians during vascular and non-vascular procedures.
• Administer medications and moderate sedation.
• Maintain a safe procedural environment and provide post-procedure recovery care.
• Coordinate discharge, admission, or transfer of care.

Skills

Nursing care

Pre-procedure assessment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse program graduate

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Location

Mercy Hospital Jefferson - Interventional Radiology

1400 US Highway 61

Festus,Missouri63028

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time Days (40hrs/Week)

Monday-Friday

No Weekends, No Call Schedule.

Provides specialized nursing care for patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures. Responsibilities include conducting pre-procedure assessments, educating patients and families, monitoring patient status throughout care, assisting physicians during vascular and non-vascular procedures, administering medications and moderate sedation, maintaining a safe procedural environment, and providing post-procedure recovery care. The IR Nurse collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes, manage potential complications, and coordinate discharge, admission, or transfer of care.

Qualifications

Education:

Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program.

Licensure:

Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.

Physical requirements/demands:

• Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Experience:

Certifications:

One or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to, or acquisition of certification within department-required timeframe:

• Basic Life Support certification or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS/ALS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.