REGISTERED NURSE RADIOLOGY AND DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center!**

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Registered Nurse.

Job Duties

Assess patients and establish intravenous access for administration of contrast, medications and intravenous fluids.
Deliver intravenous contrast or other IV medications including IV sedation per radiologist order.
Continuously monitoring patient vital signs and patterns during procedures and while in recovery.
Conducting initial patient assessments, preparing patients for procedures, and performing post-procedure monitoring to watch for complications like bleeding or changes in vital signs.
Provide pre-procedure instructions, collect medication history, review lab results, and provide intake and assess patients during preoperative phase.
Initiate care and discharge plan for patients after invasive procedures.
Provide pre-procedure and follow-up phone calls for patients after invasive procedures.
Effective communication and collaboration with physicians, technologists, and other staff are essential for providing safe and effective care.
Coordinate care between the radiology department and other healthcare units.
Assist in scheduling Interventional Procedures and CTA Coronary exams.
Participates actively in the Performance Improvement process to evaluate the quality of nursing care delivered to patients.
Participates in in services and staff training programs as required.
Maintain cleanliness of rooms, adequate stock of supplies, and ensures regulatory compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Other Duties
Orients patient's family to new environment; develops rapport with patient's family.

Assists in data collection and analysis of Quality Assurance/CQI monitors; participates in implementation of follow up action.

Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.

Participates actively on Quality Improvement committees as assigned.

Assists other personnel as needed.

Keeps up-to-date with current trends pertinent to area of assignment.

Participates in continuing education activities; attends mandatory scheduled in service programs; shares information gained at conferences with colleagues.

Responds to hospital codes (Code 9, Code Blue, Nurse Control, etc., as assigned.

Position Qualifications
Current NJ licensure as RN required.
BLS & IV certification required.
ACLS required
Minimum 2 years clinical experience required
CRN preferred.
One year radiology nursing care experience preferred.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Education

BSN required, or proof of enrollment in an accredited BSN program with completion expected within three (3) years of start date.

Please note that selection of the candidate for any position will depend on several factors, including the individual's educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Job Setting/Physical Demand
All patient care areas.
Frequently prolonged standing/walking.
Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients.
Protective clothing worn: face shield, gloves, impermeable gown.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range.

$46.94-$66.43/ Hour DIFFERENTIALS: WEEKEND $2.25 PER HR EVE DIFF- 10% NIGHT 12% /CHARGE PAY $2.25 PER HR

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

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