Experienced Registered Nurse, Interventional Radiology (IR), Opportunities at Select Campuses

Job Description

Job Description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

 

 

 

Nurses are pivotal to providing the care that is needed and demanded in our communities. At St. Luke's, we are proud to be the forerunners of that higher quality standard. Our philosophy and professional practice model are our commitment to safe, compassionate and quality patient centered care. Nursing uniquely leaves a lasting impression on patients and families who rely on these skills. 

Here at St. Luke’s, PCRAFT values are the guiding core principles of our health care team and the qualities we strive for with every encounter. Pride, caring, respect, accountability, flexibility and teamwork are the qualities our team will deliver every time.  As a patient or prospective employee, you can count on every member of the St. Luke’s team to display PCRAFT values in every situation.  

St. Luke’s Interventional Radiology department offers a number of advanced imaging features, including the ability to produce three-dimensional images of the vessels within the body. St. Luke’s was the first in the world to offer the General Electric (GE) Innova 4100 system to patients. This imaging equipment offers patients advantages such as reduced exam time, less radiation and contrast media, and more precise imaging for better diagnoses and treatments. Recognized as a GE Healthcare Super Show Site for key imaging equipment, health care professionals from around the world visit St. Luke’s to see the equipment and learn how it benefits patients.

HOSPITAL LOCATIONS - openings may vary by campus availability: 

• Allentown Campus and Sacred Heart Campus 
• Anderson Campus, Easton Campus and Warren (NJ) Campus 
• Bethlehem Campus 
• Carbon Campus, Lehighton and Miners Campus, Coaldale  
• Geisinger St. Luke’s Campus   
• Grand View Campus, Sellersville (cross train to Cath Lab)
• Monroe Campus, Stroudsburg (cross train to Cath Lab) 
• Upper Bucks Campus, Quakertown   

SHIFT DETAILS:   

Apply now to talk to a recruiter about our current openings! 

Days with hours varying based on the needs of the department  

Weekend programs may be available for Allentown/Bethlehem location

Full time, 36 or 40 hours per week  

Part time, less than 36hours per week  

**On-Call responsibilities may be required (including holiday/weekends) 

 

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Completes pre-admission consultations for invasive, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including assessing patient knowledge. 

• Assess and monitors patient procedures, documenting patient information in a clear and concise manner describing chronological sequence of events. Responsible for record keeping of controlled substances during procedures and follows protocol regarding storage of such substances. 

• Assist physicians with orders and physical assessment of patient.Responds appropriately to department emergency situations. 

• Functions as a professional role model and resource person providing guidance to co-workers. Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).     

• Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.  

• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.   

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:  

 

One year nursing experience required.  Interventional Radiology, Critical Care or Emergency department experience preferred. Customized orientation to the department. Current CPR certification required by completion of orientation. Ability to monitor and administer IV medications. ACLS certification required by completion of orientation. Prior computer usage required.  

 

EDUCATION:  

 

Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania or New Jersey (Warren Campus).  

 

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:  

 

Sitting for a total of 2 hours per day, up to 1-hour increments. Standing for a total of 6 hours per day, up to 1-hour increments. Walking up to 4 hours per day at 10-minute intervals. Frequent fingering and grasping, continuous handling and frequent twisting and turning. Occasional lifting objects up to 50 pounds and rarely lifting up to 100 pounds. Occasionally pushing/pulling up to 400 pounds. Occasionally stooping/bending, crouching and kneeling. Rarely squatting, crawling and climbing and frequently reaching above shoulder level. Touching as it relates to feeling. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and visual monotony. 

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address.  Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer.  Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable.  It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application.  Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.