Registered Nurse- Interventional Radiology

The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating as per the nursing process. The Registered Nurse is expected to direct, delegate, and coordinate all nursing care provided by the LPN, CNA, Patient Care Companion, and Unit Clerk consistent with their roles, responsibilities, and skill level. Assignments are performed appropriately to age and development level of the patient population being served.

• Registered Nurse (RN) – State of Florida licensed
• Degree from an accredited nursing school; bachelor preferred
• Completion of general and nursing orientation
• Completion of unit orientation and unit-specific competency checklist
• Professionalism in interpersonal communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues
• Certifications as required by the specific unit/area (Refer to required certification addendum)
• Completion of annual competency-based learning modules (CBL's)
• Excellent communication skills with physicians, patients, families, and other disciplines
• Radiology RN requires critical care or emergency room experience

• Direct, delegate, and coordinate nursing care performed by LPN, CNA, Patient Care Companion, and Unit Clerk
• Assign nursing responsibilities appropriate to patient age and development level
• Assess patients on admission and continue ongoing assessment
• Assess and monitor patients/families learning needs
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition
• Document assessment data on admission and ongoing basis
• Plan and coordinate care based on patient status and identified needs
• Involve family/significant others in care plan as desired by the patient
• Initiate individualized teaching plans on admission to ensure positive outcomes and timely discharge
• Implement supportive and rehabilitative nursing care according to identified patient needs
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to achieve desired patient outcomes
• Initiate and verify physician orders
• Use nursing judgment in the provision of care
• Evaluate patient/family response to interventions and progress toward desired outcomes
• Organize patient care based on patient needs and available resources
• Serve as patient advocate by providing compassionate nursing care tailored to each patient’s special needs
• Identify priorities for care of assigned patients
• Coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize outcomes
• Demonstrate professional development, accountability, and leadership in nursing practice
• Adhere to Cornerstone standards and hospital mission and values at all times
• Report to work when scheduled (Refer to Attendance policy)
• Maintain a professional appearance that demonstrates a positive image (Refer to Professional Appearance Expectations policy)
• Maintain patient confidentiality and act ethically at all times
• Follow legal and ethical guidelines in providing nursing care
• Maintain competencies and continue professional/clinical knowledge development through continuing education
• Assist with staff orientation and professional development
• Contribute to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and co-workers
• Support research and participate in quality improvement initiatives