Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology (RN IR)

Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology (RN IR)

Location: Chicago, Illinois (Onsite) Work Type: Full-Time Positions: 1 Hours: 40 Hours per Week

Shift Details Schedule Options: 4 x 10-hour shifts OR 5 x 8-hour shifts Shift Timing: Monday Friday (8:00 AM 4:30 PM) No weekend requirement (unless specified by unit)

The Registered Nurse Interventional Radiology (RN IR) is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care across pre, intra, and post interventional radiology procedures. This role requires experience in critical care and/or surgical nursing, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with radiologists and procedural teams.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

Provide pre, intra, and post procedural care for IR patients Monitor patient condition and respond to clinical changes Assist in interventional radiology procedures

Procedural Support

Prepare patients and procedural rooms Assist with procedures such as biopsies, thoracentesis, paracentesis, chest tubes, etc. Ensure proper positioning and procedural readiness

Patient Care & Safety

Administer medications including sedation and emergency drugs Monitor for adverse reactions (contrast, sedation, etc.) Follow radiation safety and infection control protocols

Team Collaboration

Work closely with radiologists and IR team Coordinate care plans with physicians and care teams Delegate tasks to support staff

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate EMR documentation (Cerner) Follow hospital policies and regulatory standards Participate in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives

Must-Have Qualifications

Active Illinois RN License (Required) ACLS Certification (Required) BLS/CPR Certification (Required) Experience in Critical Care and/or Surgical Nursing Experience with EMR / Cerner

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Interventional Radiology BSN Degree (Preferred) Strong procedural and acute care experience

Core Competencies

Interventional radiology nursing Critical care skills Patient safety and monitoring Communication and teamwork Clinical decision-making

Work Environment

Interventional Radiology Department Hospital-based procedural setting Onsite role in Chicago, IL

Additional Requirements

Must be US Citizen or Green Card Holder Must be flexible with schedule (4x10 or 5x8) Must maintain all certifications

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