RN, Jewish Hospital, Radiology, PRN

Radiology NurseUofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center. With more than 12,000 team members—physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals—UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.The Radiology Nurse provides safe and effective nursing care in the Imaging Department which includes pre-, intra-, & post operative care. The Radiology Nurse supports the mission of the hospital by assisting in the delivery of quality patient care while in the Diagnostic Imaging Department.Provides medication and patient monitoring during conscious sedation within the Imaging department.Assists with scheduling of invasive procedures.Assists and monitors patient flow in the Diagnostic Imaging department.Performs sterile prep prior to invasive procedures.Screens patients prior to invasive procedures to include lab values, contrast allergies, etc.Prepares medications and intravenous contrast according to hospital and department protocols.Monitors patient condition throughout invasive procedures.Sets up sterile trays for invasive procedures.Performs pre and post procedure patient education.Documents patient care information according to hospital protocol.Responds to emergencies within the department.Performs venipuncture as needed throughout the department.Assists in orienting new or temporary nursing staff to their respective duties.Assist with performance improvement activities in the department.Maintains appropriate credentials and certification related to clinical practice and ensures current copy is on file with the hospital/department.Attends and participates in department meetings.Displays a positive and supportive image of the hospital and department.Performs other duties as assigned.III. University of Louisville Hospital Core ExpectationsCollaboration & Teamwork: works cooperatively and collaboratively with others toward the accomplishment of shared goals.Valuing Diversity: recognizing and embracing the unique talents and contributions of others.Service Orientation: desire to serve and focus one's efforts on discovering and meeting the needs of internal and external customers.Achieves Results: reflects a drive to achieve and outperform. Continuously looking for improvements. Accepts responsibility for actions and results.Organizational Alignment: ability to align people, processes and organizational structure with UMC's strategic direction.Developing Others: views people, their knowledge and capabilities as assets and provides opportunities that allow employees to continuously learn and develop.Communication: practices attentive and active listening and can restate opinions of others; communicates messages in a way that has the desired effect.Integrity: conducts business with honesty and professional ethics. Seeks to achieve results in the best interest of the organization. Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others.Additional Responsibilities:• Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.• Adheres to and exhibits our core values:*Integrity: Moral wholeness, soundness, uprightness, honesty and sincerity as a basis of trustworthiness.*Excellence: Outstanding achievement, merit, virtue; continually surpassing standards to achieve/maintain quality.• Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.• Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.• Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.• Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community.Skills, Knowledge or Abilities critical to this role:Other physical activity or equipment usage if moderate or high (please explain):Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred): ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING, BSN PREFERRED. KBN, BLS, ACLS.