Lead Radiology RN
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- Job Type: Full-time
- Job Level: Individual Contributor
- Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
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Lead Radiology RN
Primary Location Woodbridge, Virginia
Worker Location Onsite
Facility Caton Hill Medical Center
Job Number 1277432 Date posted 05/07/2024
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Description:
The scope of practice of Radiology Nursing occurs within the framework of the nursing process and encompasses those nursing functions which assist the member having diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional procedures. Nursing functions are directed toward providing continuity of care through pre-procedural assessment and preparation, intra-procedural intervention and post-procedural evaluation as well as patient education. The radiology nurse assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures quality assurance and education.
Job Summary:
The scope of practice of Radiology Nursing occurs within the framework of the nursing process and encompasses those nursing functions which assist the member having diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional procedures. Nursing functions are directed toward providing continuity of care through pre-procedural assessment and preparation, intra-procedural intervention and post-procedural evaluation as well as patient education. The radiology nurse assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures quality assurance and education.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the Radiologist, assists physicians with procedures requiring professional nursing skills and implements medical treatment plan.
- Provides pre-procedural assessment and preparation, intra-procedural intervention and post-procedural evaluation. Utilizes this assessment for identification of actual and potential needs. Responds to all contrast reactions and medical emergencies, assuming role as team leader until attending Radiologist or Emergency Medical system arrives. Administers all medications, p.o. or I.V., ordered by the attending Radiologist: Oxygen, l.V. fluids, premedication, sedation, narcotics, including pediatric sedation with appropriate V. S. and fluid monitoring. In conjunction with the technologists, administers oral CT Barium at appropriate intervals prior to CT scanning and l.V. contrast agents (ionic and nonionic). Performs or assists in l.V. angiocath or butterfly placement, nasogastric tubes or urinary catheters as necessary in adults, children or infants. Maintains crash carts and emergency supplies in each imaging suite daily, and monitors performance of defibrillator and suction. Checks supplies of Oxygen, l.V., Fluids, contrast, catheters, needles and medications. Monitors all sedated pediatric patients in CT or MRI (non-ionizing radiation; radar and micro-waves and 1 .5 Tesla static magnetic field. Assists in Special Procedures as needed. Reviews discharge instructions with patients or parents after imaging procedures or special procedures, myelogram, tube drainage, and arthrogram. Assists the Lead Radiologist in the triage of patients as urgent, ASAP, or routine for the purpose of scheduling.
- Documents observations, interventions, and evaluations of the patient in the medical record in accordance with department policies and protocols.
- Acts as interdepartmental liaison between Imaging Department and other service departments, offices and providers.
- Utilizes assessments to monitor and identify potential risks which impact on patient safety and takes appropriate action.
- Provides professional nursing care to patients. Assists Radiology staff by serving as a clinical resource.
- Conducts departmental or interdepartmental in-services.
- Provides patient and family education.
- Serves as a patient advocate.
- Participants in development and implementation of policies and procedures.
- Maintains all drugs, medications and medical supplies at Imaging Center. Follows all Imaging Center policies and procedures.
- Coordinates staff quality assurance ~- risk management programs.
- Participates in Quality Improvement activities.
- Maintains code cart in accordance to Imaging Center standards and provides emergency care as needed. Monitors performance of medical equipment.
- Attends continuing education programs and updates knowledge of regulations, standards and techniques related to assigned duties.
- Maintains and coordinates nursing orientation in the Radiology Department.
- Performs other related duties as directed.
- Makes monthly staffing schedules and day-to-day work assignments to department staff. Assesses workloads, on an on-going basis and makes special assignments, during peak and slow periods.
- Handles difficult and problematic work situations related to patient care and member/customer service.
- Performs highest level technical duties.
- Serves as resources for other staff members answering questions and providing instruction as necessary.
- Serves as resources for other staff members answering questions and providing instruction as necessary.
- Performs special projects as assigned by supervisor.
- May assist in developing and revising department procedures.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in interventional radiology or interventional cardiology or peri-anesthesia or Cath lab or ICU or ER with conscious sedation experience within last seven (7) years.
- Must have a minimum of (2) two years experience in interventional radiology or interventional cardiology services within the last five (5) years.
Education
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required.
License, Certification, Registration
- This job requires credentials from multiple states. Credentials from the primary work state are required before hire. Additional Credentials from the secondary work state(s) are required post hire.
- Registered Nurse License (Maryland) within 6 months of hire AND Registered Nurse License (Virginia) within 6 months of hire
- Compact License: Registered Nurse within 6 months of hire
- Registered Nurse License (District of Columbia) within 6 months of hire
- Basic Life Support from American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Additional Requirements:
- Full range of body motion to lift, walk and move patients, complete bimanual dexterity, eye-hand coordination and binocular vision corrected to 20/30, able to tolerate 1 5-20 lb. lead apron during CT or MRI during monitored exposure to ionizing (X-ray) radiation.
- No pacemaker, insulin pump, or other MR sensitive medical device, or implanted metallic prosthetic device large enough to disrupt the static 1 .5 Tesla field.
- Must be able to push/pull wheeled chair conveyances, stretch and other equipment weighing up to 200 pounds. Must be able to transfer, walk, and position patients weighing up to 200 lbs or over 200 lbs with assistance.
- In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum of three (3) years of Intervention experience within the last five (5) years.
Primary Location: Virginia,Woodbridge,Caton Hill Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift: Day
Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Working Hours Start: 06:30 AM
Working Hours End: 05:00 PM
Job Schedule: Full-time
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: M38|UFCW|Local 400
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Department: CATON HILL MEDICAL CENTER - Radiology-Interventional - 1808
Pay Range: $51.34 - $56.7 / hour
Sign on bonus: $10000.00
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
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