RN Interventional Radiology

RN Interventional Radiology

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About the Facility – Phoenix VAMC, The Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center Department of Veterans Affairs offers healthcare services to eligible military veterans at VA medical centers and outpatient clinics across the country. Driven by the mission to fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan", VA strives to serve and honor America's veterans by adhering to the highest standards of compassion, commitment, excellence, professionalism, integrity, accountability, and stewardship. The Phoenix VA Health Care System proudly serves Veterans in central Arizona at the Carl T. Hayden VA Medical Center and nine community-based outpatient VA clinics. Facility Address: 650 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix AZ 85012

Responsibilities

• The RN Interventional Radiology provides direct and indirect nursing care by assessing patient status, determining priorities, identifying nursing measures, and evaluating outcomes. This role demands independent judgment, flexibility, organizational skills, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Utilize the nursing process and an interdisciplinary approach in Interventional Radiology, continuous, and comprehensive patient care.
• Performing nursing functions related to physician-prescribed treatments in IR contribute to the effective and safe execution of interventional procedures.
• The RN Interventional Radiology ensures the sterile environment during procedures, emphasizing the importance of infection control.
• Assisting patients with activities of daily living is a vital aspect of the RN's responsibilities, showcasing a holistic approach to patient care.
• Administering medications and IV therapies in compliance with local facility policies.
• Shall do an assessment of patients and the planning of appropriate nursing care are pivotal tasks in Interventional Radiology, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.
• Documenting the plan of care and care provided in the patient's medical record is essential for continuity of care and communication among the healthcare team.
• Shall participate in the recognition and initiation of appropriate measures during emergencies and aid during surgical/diagnostic procedures.
• The RN Interventional Radiology also cares for patients with various catheters and prostheses.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at minimum an associate's degree in nursing and at least one full year of professional nursing experience.
• Must have a minimum of 24 months experience in an Interventional Radiology environment during the last 36 months.
• Shall have certification in Radiology Nursing (CRN).
• Must possess a current, valid, unrestricted nursing license in a state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Territory of the United States.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as approved by the American Heart Association (AHA) are mandatory for all specialties.
• Evidence of current immunizations is required.

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