IR RN Days

Department: IR (Interventional Radiology).

• Shift: Days, 8 or 10 hours

• Call requirement: 12-15 shifts over a 6 week period, including weekends

• Position will cover all of vascular access

Job Summary

As an Interventional Radiology RN, use nursing expertise to deliver patient care with the healthcare team. Tasks include evaluating health, identifying issues, creating care plans, and tracking treatment responses. Help patients navigate their healthcare safely. Use knowledge of needs to prevent issues.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Prioritizing patient and family needs is crucial. Responsibilities involve developing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care plans. Adjust as needed.

• Making a safe place for patients, families, staff is vital.

• This includes maintaining confidentiality and voicing patient concerns when necessary.

• The successful candidate will manage learning for patients and families. They will help nursing staff grow. Knowledge sharing in the health care team and community is also promoted.

• The perfect candidate partners effectively with team members and the community to implement a cohesive care plan.

• The candidate must recognize limited resources and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care.

• Encourage professional growth by creating a positive work environment. Support peers' professional development. Participation in continued education and community service is valued.

Key Success Factors

• A basic understanding of the patient care practices, medical terminology, medications, and equipment used in interventional radiology nursing.

• You must communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, to engage with different groups effectively.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving for providing optimal patient care.

• The ability to track changes in patients' health and communicate clearly with nurses and doctors.

• Basic computer skills, particularly knowledge of electronic medical documentation systems and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited Program or (2) years of work experience above the minimum qualification

• The applicant's major field of study should be Nursing.

• Candidates must be Registered Nurses(RN).

• A (BLS) Basic Life Support certification is required or must obtain within (30) thirty days of hire

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.