RN Imaging Resource Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as an RN Imaging Resource Coordinator!

Are you looking to be part of an organization that prioritizes your growth and development? At our organization , you are our top priority. We have dedicated up to $300 million over three years to enhance the support for our exceptional team members.

Overview of the Role

The RN Imaging Resource Coordinator is essential in facilitating invasive imaging procedures. This role involves managing scheduling, optimizing workflows, and ensuring effective communication among referral offices, staff, and Interventional Radiology (IR) physicians. The coordinator is responsible for the timely acquisition of external images and reports, ensuring seamless patient care coordination, and identifying areas for process enhancement to improve efficiency and patient satisfaction. Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with colleagues, other departments, and medical staff is crucial. Additionally, this position provides specialized nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic imaging procedures, including interventional radiology, ensuring their safety, comfort, and education throughout the imaging process while collaborating with radiologists, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.

Patient Rights

The RN Imaging Resource Coordinator is dedicated to supporting and safeguarding the rights of every patient, treating them with respect and maintaining their confidentiality.

Patient Safety

This role demonstrates a strong commitment to patient safety initiatives, including fall prevention, medication safety, adherence to National Patient Safety Goals, critical value reporting, and blood product administration.

Patient/Family Education

Provides relevant education to patients and families in accordance with departmental and hospital policies.

Technical Job Requirements

Requires excellent motor coordination and manual dexterity, including precision and speed. Effective communication skills, including talking, hearing, and visual acuity, are essential. High mental acuity is necessary for decision-making, reading, writing, and basic math. Basic computer skills are required, along with the ability to perform additional assigned tasks. Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and scheduling invasive imaging procedures to optimize resource use and minimize delays.
• Monitoring patient flow and adjusting schedules to ensure efficiency and satisfaction.
• Obtaining external imaging studies and reports prior to procedures.
• Verifying the completeness and accuracy of patient records for IR procedures.
• Acting as the primary liaison between referral offices, imaging staff, and IR physicians.
• Communicating procedure details, preparation instructions, and updates to all involved parties.
• Tracking and analyzing scheduling trends and workflow bottlenecks.
• Recommending and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate records of scheduled procedures, acquired images, and communications.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards.
• Applying critical thinking skills to prioritize and resolve issues in line with facility policies.
• Educating others as necessary and participating in in-services and meetings.
• Serving as a backup to the procedural Radiology Nurse.
• Assessing and preparing patients for imaging procedures, including reviewing medical histories and allergies.
• Administering medications, contrast agents, and sedation as prescribed.
• Monitoring patients during and after procedures for any adverse reactions.
• Assisting radiologists and technologists during interventional and diagnostic procedures.
• Maintaining sterile techniques and ensuring proper equipment setup.
• Responding promptly to emergencies and initiating appropriate interventions.
• Providing clear instructions and education to patients and families regarding procedures and post-care.
• Documenting all nursing care, medications, and patient responses accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Adhering to hospital policies, infection control standards, and radiation safety protocols.
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives and maintaining current certifications.

Qualifications Required:

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience required
• At least 2 years of experience in diagnostic imaging or clinical nursing in a hospital setting, with moderate sedation experience preferred

Benefits

Our organization offers a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, career, and retirement of our team members. Available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support , including free counseling and referral services.
• Time off programs for paid time off, family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and scholarships.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our organization is a leading healthcare provider in Dublin, Georgia, Laurens County, and surrounding areas. We operate a modern, nearly 200-bed acute care facility offering a wide array of community healthcare services.

Our dedication to high-quality care is reflected in numerous accolades. We are recognized as a Primary Stroke Center, received an “A” on the Patient Safety Report Card, and have been named one of the nation’s Top 100 Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics, IBM Watson Health. We also provide specialized services at various locations, including a Sleep Center, Same Day Surgery Center, Heart Center, and Women’s Imaging Center.

Dublin-Laurens County offers a variety of activities for everyone, such as golfing, fishing, shopping, volunteering, and family time. The area is famous for its month-long St. Patrick’s Day celebration, a family-friendly event that attracts thousands of visitors each year.

Located in Middle Georgia, Dublin-Laurens County is situated approximately halfway between Atlanta and Savannah. Laurens County is the third largest county in Georgia by land area, with a population of around 45,000. The City of Dublin has been recognized as one of the 10 Georgia Cities of Excellence by the Georgia Municipal Association for its outstanding service to residents.

Our organization has been acknowledged as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute multiple times. In recent years, we have invested approximately $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

“Good people beget good people.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
Co-Founder

We are a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is currently reviewing applications for the RN Imaging Resource Coordinator position. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to become part of our caring community!

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.