RN- Imaging

Imaging RN

The Imaging RN works with technologists, PA, Radiologists and Vascular Surgeons in all the Imaging modalities. Prepares patients prior to procedures, provides patient education and discharge teaching, administers conscious sedation, monitors patients throughout procedures.

Responsibilities:

Physical:
Able to access entire facility; lift and transport patients, supplies and equipment. Demonstrate manual dexterity, hearing acuity, and verbal ability. Displays ability to stand for long periods of time, walking, lifting, bending, and stooping during the majority of the work day while wearing lead apron. Has sufficient endurance to perform tasks over lengthy periods of time. Involves exposure to blood/body fluids, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases.

Ensure a safe environment by optimizing safety at all times.

Additional:

Communicates effectively with a wide range of age groups, ethnic, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Work cooperatively with co-workers, volunteers, and other First Health team members to provide optimal quality care. Demonstrates physical assessment skills. Displays effective organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize with accuracy and speed. Illustrates efficient computer skills within service provided. Demonstrates effective problem solving and has ability to develop critical thinking skills.

Maintains clinical and professional competency levels required of age-specific populations. When not performing patient care, must be able to anticipate unit needs – including stocking supplies within the unit.

Qualifications:

• Current North Carolina RN license or RN multi-state licensure privilege through the Nurse Licensure Compact required.
• Current BLS and ACLS.
• Prefer at least 1 year of Emergency or Critical Care nursing.