Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse (Breast Health Navigator) - Full-Time Hybrid-Remote Opportunity

MedStar Radiology Network - Southern Maryland

Breast Health Navigator

Join an energetic, patient-focused team! MedStar Radiology Network is currently seeking an experienced Breast Health Navigator for a Full-time position to support our outpatient imaging centers located in Maryland and Washington DC.

Under the direction of the Nursing Supervisor, Clinical Manager, or Clinical Director, the Registered Nurse:

• Is a highly skilled clinician utilizing an interdisciplinary approach to patient care service delivery.
• Manages care at a highly developed skill level in collaboration with patients, their families, physicians, & other members of the health care team.
• Ensures services are performed in a safe environment in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Quarterly Bonus Program
• Hybrid-Remote Schedule after training
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with Company Match and Company-paid Life Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term Disability and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

JOB SUMMARY:

May serve as a lead navigator for a designated shift and/or serve as back up to the mammography department if applicable.

Mentors/provides guidance to other Breast health Navigators and Mammography technologists/Assistants.

Performs breast imaging procedures and related techniques, producing data at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner.

Ensures services are performed in a safe environment in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Serves as part of the imaging center team and seeks as well as provides feedback for improved clinical practice.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Mentors staff, orients new employees.
• Supervision and scheduling of nursing staff.
• Assumes leadership role in absence of supervisor or manager as assigned and assists supervisor or manager with administrative or project duties as assigned.
• May serve as competent monitor during procedures requiring conscious sedation.
• Collaborates with Imaging Center staff to facilitate timely patient care.
• Exercises sound judgment and recognize point/need to escalate issues or concerns.
• As required, instructs students and residents and performs preceptor duties as necessary.
• Competently assists with assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care.
• Identifies patients and assists technologists with patient preparation and positioning.
• Prepares patient for procedure by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary.
• Provides optimal patient care by explaining procedure to patient and answering questions.
• Performs venipuncture and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
• Identifies, prepares, and/or administers medications as prescribed by and under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Competently prepares, measures, and delivers oral contrast to patients under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner.
• Accesses power ports per procedure.
• Monitors and records the physiological condition of patients.
• Functions as liaison with primary care departments.
• Assists in maintaining supply inventory.
• Establishes ownership of clinical area by taking pride in appearance and readiness of exam rooms, treatment area, equipment, and supplies.
• Serves, manages, and supports internal and external customers.
• Follows established Safety Standards to ensure safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Performs quality assurance checks on equipment.
• Takes the initiative to help other modalities/areas of the Imaging Center as assigned or when own work load/area allows.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Participates as a team member and is accountable for own work responsibilities.
• Demonstrates consistent use of AIDET (Acknowledge patient, Introduce yourself, provide Duration/timeline for test, Explain the test, & Thank them for choosing our center) and HEAL ( Hear them out, Empathize, Apologize, & Leap into action to solve) when interacting with patients/customers.
• Attends/participates/conducts staff meetings, in-services, & center-wide meetings as scheduled.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE :

• Minimum 1 year as an RN in a clinical setting
• Previous patient navigation experience preferred

EDUCATION :

• Must be a graduate of an accredited RN program.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

Must meet the state licensure requirement for the state in which they practice. BLS certification required within 60 days of hire. ACLS certification may be required.

• Maryland license required
• DC license within 6 months

SKILLS/ABILITIES :

• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
• Ability to manage medical emergencies and contrast reactions under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data.

Imaging studies are an essential component of preventative care and treatment, and having the best diagnostic equipment possible is a vital step to good preventive health for our patients. Our experts use a variety of imaging modalities to provide diagnosis, consultation, and intervention. We offer access to advanced imaging performed on state-of-the-art equipment, interpreted by radiologists with advanced subspecialized training, and nationally recognized for expertise in the field of radiology.

Serving patients in over 60+ communities in 19 states, OIA is an imaging center management & development operation that is committed to delivering an affordable diagnostic imaging option without compromising customer convenience, care, technology or results. We are always recruiting for talented individuals who are dedicated to excellent patient care and the highest level of customer service.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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