Registered Nurse (RN) - FT - Modesto Radiology Imaging
About The Position
Responsible for providing professional nursing care, exercising professional judgment and necessary intervention to patients, and following established standards and practices. Assists Radiologist and staff in coordinating patient care. Establishes intravenous injection sites and provides contrast material injections under the direction and supervision of a Radiologist. Provides both pre- and postinterventional follow up, as necessary. Reports to the Medical Director for clinical issues and is accountable to the respective Team Leader for administrative and routine issues. Performs i-STAT analysis, orders supplies, and maintains i-STAT device/quality controls.
Responsibilities
- Provides professional nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Establishes injection sites and provides contrast materials. Administers injections in accordance with department policies and Radiologist's supervision.
- Maintains supplies needed for nursing intervention. Ensures use of appropriate techniques consistent with the Nurse Practice Act. Prepares equipment and aids Radiologist during treatment, examination, and testing of patients, as needed.
- Observes, records, and reports the patient's condition and reaction to drugs and extravasations and treatments to Radiologists, as needed. Administers medication, as directed by Radiologists. Educates patient/family about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness. Documents all adverse events on Outpatient Services Patient Incident/Event Report Form.
- Assists Radiologist and/or Technologists with procedures, as necessary.
- Records and maintains appropriate notes, including, but not limited to, vital signs, progress and nurse's notes, medication administration, and patient consents.
- Performs CLIA-waived lab tests, as ordered; documents results; maintains and documents QC for lab equipment in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
- Triages patients' conditions and interventions, as needed. Exercises professional judgment in triaging and patient interventions. Maintains an excellent level of customer service. Maintains a professional demeanor at all times. May be required to work irregular and extended shifts, as deemed necessary for quality patient care.
- Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Understands that predictable attendance and promptness in returning from breaks and meal periods is expected and required.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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