Interventional Radiology

Imaging/Radiology RN

Position

Purpose:

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHIs vision of providing the regions best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance. Provides nursing support to the Radiology interventional services and the radiologists. Adheres to all areas of the KHI Behavioral Expectations Agreement and Social Media Guidelines;
Supports/embraces KHIs Mission, Vision, and values, as well as promotes a positive image of KHI;
Acts as a role model to staff;
Maintains patient and staff confidentiality;
Maintains a professional appearance and manner at all times;
Supports a healthy work environment through skilled communication, true collaboration, effective decision making, appropriate staffing, and meaningful recognition. All care is provided with kindness and compassion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works under the direction of the radiologist and the Arizona State Nurse Practice Act to provide nursing care to patients in compliance with nursing standards and regulations.
• Utilizes the nursing process to make continuing assessments of the patients total health needs; implements nursing interventions based on assessment data; develops and implements the nursing plan of care, and evaluates the patients response.
• Strives to provide excellent patient care with compassion, tact, cheerfulness, accuracy, patience, flexibility in scheduling, calmness in emergency, and ability to work well with team members, receiving and applying feedback from peers and superiors.
• Assists with orientation of new staff to the unit as requested.

Quality of Care and Nursing Process:

• The nurse provides evidence-based care so as to prevent the development of a Healthcare Acquired Condition and hospital readmissions.
• The nurse practices standard precautions during patient contact and while handling contaminated materials.
• The nurse complies with CDC hand hygiene guidelines and works to reduce hospital acquired infections and other conditions.
• Assessment:
  The nurse collects patient health data.
• Diagnosis / Care Needs:
  The nurse analyzes the assessment data to identify care needs.
• Implementation:
  The patients nursing care is based on identified nursing diagnoses / care needs and patient care standards, and is consistent with the therapies of other disciplines.
• Evaluation:
  The nurse evaluates the patients progress towards attainment of desired outcomes.
• Documentation:
  Documents patient care management in clear, concise manner.
• Patient Satisfaction:
  Participates in activities that improve patient experience and satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurses must be a graduate of an accredited nursing schools Diploma program
• Current, valid Arizona RN license or compact state RN license
• Current BLS (CPR) certification
• Minimum of 2 years experience as an RN or equivalent patient care experience
• ACLS upon hire
• Able to complete Orientation Checklist consisting of:
• Charge RN role
• IR Clinic/Consult and follow up
• Primary Call RN
• Code leader role

Preferences:

• BSN is preferred.
• Experience working in respective clinical area is desired.
• Continuing education for Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training preferred every two years.
• CCU, ICU, or ED experience preferred.
• Basic EKG competency upon hire.

Special Position Requirements:

• Exposure Category I:
  Expected duties have routine potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues

Work Requirements:

• Able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Able to manage technical business equipment i.e. phone, fax, computer etc.
• Able to assist with the movement/manipulation of an adult patient weighing up to 300 lbs.
• Able to care for patients with infectious diseases.
• Able to sit for 3-5 hours per day; able to stand for 3-5 hours per day; able to walk for 3-5 hours day.
• Able to lift equipment up to 50 lbs. and push equipment up to 150 lbs.
• Able to analyze and apply theory to practice skills.
• Concentration, visual and auditory acuity for watching monitors and following instructions during exams.

Date Staff Position Description Created / Revised: 01/03/2019