RN - IR

Registered Nurse - Procedural

Under general supervision, provides nursing care in specialty areas. Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments. Notes all changes in physician orders on assigned patients. Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients. Observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care competently. Interacts with family and patient in sharing care plan while in the hospital and at the time of discharge. Oversees treatment provided by technicians or other service providers. Informs patients and families of hospital procedures. Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Delegates tasks to support staff. Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures is required. Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees. Good verbal and written communication skills are essential. Ability to respond effectively to the cultural and language needs of patients and visitors is needed. Some computer skills are necessary. Ability to work effectively as part of a team providing excellent specialized care is required. Completion of orientation and ability to function independently in the assigned specialty area may be required prior to being assigned to this position. An Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program is required. A Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing is preferred.