Registered Nurse - Interventional Radiology

Job Summary Plans coordinates and implements care to the adult patient in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner consistent with the unit’s standards of care and demonstrates competency skills appropriate to the clinical area. Responsibilities Performs on the Cath Lab procedure team as circulator, scrub, or monitor. Performs in holding by ensuring patient is correctly prepped for the procedure. Ensures needed information, such as history and physical (H&P), is timely. Utilizes critical judgment to analyze patient assessment and administers medications on all patients, including the critically ill patient and reports abnormal information to the physician in a timely manner. Performs hemostasis safely and properly with or without vascular devices. Routinely enters patient orders and charges. Checks charges to ensure accuracy. Provides care of the critically ill patient with the ability to function independently in a stressful situation. Routinely educates patients and families based on assessed needs, documents education provided, and keeps them informed of tests and treatments. Provides clear patient instruction on what to expect during the perioperative procedure. Assists families to the cardiology area or Cath lab area by escorting when necessary. May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Graduate of accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing. No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication. Constant standing and walking. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent sitting, reaching and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Frequent use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Frequent use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving of patients. Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, gripping and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional driving. Rare crawling and running. Licenses & Certifications Required professional license(s) and/or certifications will vary by state of work location. Example(s): State of Illinois: Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP), Registered Professional Nurse (RN), Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). State of Missouri: Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP), Registered Nurse (RN), Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). State of Oklahoma: Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP), Registered Nurse (RN), Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). State of Wisconsin: Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP), Registered Nurse (RN), Advanced Life Support (ALS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Work Shift & Department Day Shift (United States of America). Department: Special Procedures - Radiology. Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Benefits Competitive, affordable health insurance options and wellness plans. Paid maternity & paternity coverage. Adoption assistance. Retirement benefits including employer matching plans. Long & short-term disability. Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Possible sign‑on bonus (eligible upon discussion with recruiter). Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year. Paid parental leave: one week for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible payment options: instant access to earned, unpaid base pay through DailyPay (fees may apply). Up‑front tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible members. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr