RN Diagnostic Imaging

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The Diagnostic Imaging Nurse is a registered professional nurse responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and image-guided invasive procedures within Interventional Radiology (IR) and as needed in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab).

This role supports physicians during procedures, administers moderate sedation, performs patient assessments, initiates vascular access, and ensures safe patient monitoring throughout all phases of care. The Diagnostic Imaging Nurse collaborates with radiologists, cardiologists, technologists, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality, and compliant patient care across Imaging and procedural services. Care is served to infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Diagnostic Imaging services include invasive and non-invasive procedures performed in coordination with Cath Lab personnel to ensure appropriate patient care and procedural support.

The Diagnostic Imaging Nurse works in close collaboration with the Imaging Resource Coordinator – RN and serves as a backup in this role to support patient flow, care coordination, and operational efficiency across Imaging and procedural services.

Clinical Patient Care

• Performs comprehensive pre-procedure assessments, including review of medical history, allergies, medications, lab results, and NPO status.
• Verifies informed consent and ensures completion of required pre-procedural documentation.
• Initiates and maintains intravenous (IV) access, including administration of fluids, medications, and contrast adjuncts per provider order.
• Provides patient and family education regarding procedures, risks, sedation, and post-care expectations.
• Ensures adherence to patient identification, time-out, and safety protocols.

Procedural Support (Interventional Radiology)

• Assists physicians during invasive and image-guided procedures (e.g., biopsies, drain placements, vascular access procedures, embolization support).
• Prepares and maintains sterile field; assists with instrumentation and supplies during procedures.
• Performs patient monitoring throughout procedures, including ECG, SpO₂, blood pressure, and level of consciousness.
• Recognizes and responds to changes in patient condition and procedural complications.
• Documents procedural events, medications, and patient responses accurately in the medical record.

Moderate Sedation Administration

• Administers moderate sedation in accordance with hospital policy, regulatory standards, and provider orders.
• Completes required pre-sedation assessments and risk stratification.
• Continuously monitors patient status during sedation and recovery, including airway, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological status.
• Maintains competency in sedation protocols, reversal agents, and emergency interventions.
• Ensures appropriate recovery and discharge criteria are met.

Post-Procedure Care

• Provides post-procedure monitoring, including assessment of puncture sites, hemodynamic stability, and recovery from sedation.
• Identifies and manages complications such as bleeding, hematoma, contrast reaction, or adverse sedation effects.
• Provides discharge instructions and patient education as appropriate.
• Coordinates patient handoff and communication to receiving units or caregivers.

Cath Lab Support (Backup Role)

• Serves as backup support to the Cardiac Catheterization Lab as operational needs require.
• Assists with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures,…