radiology_technologist – Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology

Specialty: Cardiovascular Interventional Radiology
Facility: Wesley Medical Center KS
State License: KS
Certs/Licenses:
Years of Experience: 2
Shift: 07:00-17:00
Guaranteed Hours:
Description: Specialty: IR TechFacility: Wesley Medical Center KSState License: KSCerts/Licenses: Years of Experience: 2Shift: 07:00-17:00Guaranteed Hours: Description: Description:TRAVEL- IR TECH (743) -Wesley MC -Day shift, 8 or 10 hours M-F plus rotating call and weekend call Unit Information: (Interventional Radiology/743) Location: Imaging Services-Vascular Radiology 743 Address: Floor: 1 st floor Building: General Information Tell us about the unit(s): Number of Beds -5 Bay holding room; 3 room Ir suite; 3 room CT suite Number of Staff 5 nurses 5 RT s Type of staff: Day Shift Outpatient procedures during hours of 700-530, call requirement through night. Night Shift Call required Patient Ratios 1:1 during procedures; 3-4 patient ration in holding room dependent upon acuity Type of equipment Maclab documentation and paper charting EMR -Meditech Typical hiring profile Skill Set Most recruited for: (Travel RNs, local CNAs and sitters) Must have: candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role. 1 year IR procedure nursing experience including sedation experience ACLS, PALS Preferred or nice to have: candidates with these skills will be considered first. List typical procedures performed on unit(s): Kyphoplasty, y-90, peripheral interventions, stroke and trauma cases, diagnostic cerebral cases, drain placements, biopsies Thrombolysis cases, neuro coiling cases. Best personality Fit: Flexible with change, able to work in different radiology modality throughout day. Positive outlook. Unit Guidelines/Policies: Please feel free to attach unit policies and guidelines. Imaging Nurse Job Description 1. Job Summary The goal of the imaging nurse is to provide safe quality care to inpatient and outpatients across the lifespan within the imaging environment. The imaging nurse is qualified and prepared to critically think during unexpected emergencies that occur during any imaging diagnostic or interventional procedure. The Imaging Nurse ensures patient privacy, confidentiality, dignity, and safety. Areas where the nurse may function include the following modalities: Diagnostic Radiology Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Computed Tomography (CT) Nuclear Medicine Ultrasound Interventional Radiology (IR)/Vascular Interventional Radiology Procedural Prep and Recovery area (recovery room) 2. Role Specific Competencies Demonstrate knowledge and utilize the nursing process for imaging patients across the lifespan. Demonstrate knowledge of basic information pertaining to all radiologic procedures and exams. Demonstrate ability to safely administer sedation/analgesia and monitor patient s response under the direction of a physician including: o Continuous cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia recognition and treatment o Continuous vital sign monitoring and alerting physician to patient decompensation o Continuous ETCO2 monitoring and recognition of compromised airway o Ability to document sedation record per facility guidelines o Ability to recognize and manage patient adverse event during sedation o Knowledge of common sedation medications including reversal agents o Ability to recognize sedation continuum and rescue patient as necessary Demonstrates knowledge in contrast administration, identification of contrast reaction, and management of contrast reactions & extravasations. Demonstrate knowledge and skills in appropriate care and identification of venous access devices and provides IV access and/or assist technologist in obtaining IV access. Provides care to the patient undergoing non-interventional and interventional radiology procedures as per nursing standards and facility hospital policies & procedures. Provides pre and post procedure education with documentation. Works collaboratively with medical, technical, and support staff. Performs daily job duties as required by facility/department. Any additional information that would entice a worker to select your unit for their assignment: Consider items such as new equipment or technology, tenure and experience of staff, schedule options, etc. *Remember it is a very competitive market any information you can provide will help attract talent. General Comments No. of Positions: 1/1.; TRAVEL- IR TECH (743) -Wesley MC -Day shift, 8 or 10 hours M-F plus rotating call and weekend call