RN, Registered Nurse - Interventional Radiology

Company: Christus Health
Location: San Antonio
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionSummary:Position supports the patient care mission of the Interventional Radiology Lab and supports staff flexibility goals by working as part of a clinical team and through effective cross-training. The individual in this position is qualified to provide high quality/acuity nursing care through appropriate medication administration, medication and procedure documentation; cross-train to perform hemodynamic monitoring and scrub assist. Performs assigned direct and indirect patient care in accordance with departmental and organizational goals. Operates all nursing related equipment, computers, and software related to direct patient care and documentation of care. Contributes to the general operation of the department by participating in managing/stocking supplies, keeping the work area(s) orderly, engaging in patient transportation, and post-procedure care as appropriate while supporting customer service initiatives. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development to perform procedures on and assist in the care of the adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient. A current Registered Nursing (RN) License will be required for these individuals prior to employment.CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills (CSRH-WH) is a 150-bed hospital serving the fastest growing area of San Antonio. Specialized care includes orthopedic and surgical services, ICU, women's services, a newborn nursery, comprehensive cardiovascular care from diagnostics to open heart surgery, vascular lab, sleep center, emergency services, the CHRISTUS Weight Loss Institute, wound care, rehabilitation, and more. The campus also boasts an Outpatient Imaging Center and three medical plazas, one of which houses our CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency Program and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Family Health Center.Responsibilities:Promotes Organizational Principles of Catholic Healthcare; Solidarity, Holistic Care, Respect for Human Life, Participatory Community of Work and Mutual Respect, Stewardship, Act in communion with the Church.Provides customer service in conjunction with the culture and philosophy of CHRISTUS Health.Assess and collect comprehensive data pertinient to the patient's condition and procedure; analyze data to ensure expected outcome related to plan of care; engage in patient teaching before, during, and after proceduresAssess clinical condition of patients and administer/document medications as dictated by radiologist/phycisian verbal or written order, including controlled substances for sedation and pain control when circulating proceduresParticipates in daily room checks and stocking of suppliesAccesses daily patient schedule and appropriate patient information for assigned procedures.Ensures appropriate equipment, supplies, and room configuration for all proceduresCollaborates with procedure team and Interventional technologist to ensure appropriate patient care and departmental efficiency at all timesEnsures proper patient information is entered into Interventional Radiology computer and imaging systemsEnsures proper procedure documentation, hemodynamic measurements(according to hospital sedation policy), and ECG recognition during assigned proceduresEnsures patient position is appropriate on procedure table per procedure type.Supports and anticipates the needs of the Radiologist/Physician and ensures patient safety when an interventional procedure is performed.Adheres to asceptic technique 100% of the time during proceduresAdheres to organizational policies and processes related to patient safety, patient privacy, infection control (hand hygiene), and patient communication before, during, and after procedureCollaborates with others on the team in sharing knowledge; to gain and provide appropriate knowledge as appropriate; to foster teamwork and team cohesionObtains and maintains proficiency in access site managementAdheres to the attendance policy and departmental productivity standardsSupports department and organization's commitment to Zero Harm and Cusomer ServiceAdheres to departmental and organizational dress codeUnderstands and upholds the CHRISTUS mission, vision and purpose.Supports and promotes Unit based Councils, process improvement projects, and a nursing collaborative care model that meets requirements for magnet status.Promotes and serves with respect to the CHRISTUS core values; Dignity, Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Stewardship.Preparing patients for procedures: Includes checking and verifying vital signs, meds, NPO status, lab results, and medical history.Coordinates patient flow and triage procedures according to patient status.On Call duties.Requirements:Education/SkillsEducation / Professional Qualifications: High School Diploma required. Graduate of a diploma, associate (ADN), or baccalaureate (BSN) academic program in nursing yielding a Registered Nursing (RN) License as requiredTraining/Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and basic computer skills required. Prior Interventional Radiology-based training and advanced computer system skills preferred.ExperienceMinimum of 1-year prior Acute Care hospital experience in intensive care, emergency care, or cardiovascular care required (e.g. Cath Lab, ICU, Cardiac IMC, ER); prior Interventional Radiology experience preferredLicenses, Registrations, or CertificationsCurrent State Nursing License (RN) requiredCurrent BLS requiredCurrent ACLS requiredPALS Certification Preferred (Required for Pediatric setting)PEARS Certification Preferred (Required for Pediatric setting)Work Type:Full TimeEEO is the law - click below for more information:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdfWe endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925.

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