Registered Nurse - Interventional Radiology

RN Interventional Radiology

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About the Facility – Eastern Colorado Veterans Healthcare System The Eastern Colorado Veterans Healthcare System (ECHCS) provides comprehensive healthcare services to veterans across a wide region, including Aurora, Denver, Lakewood, Golden, La Junta, Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, Pueblo, Salida, Lamar, and Burlington. ECHCS offers a range of medical services such as primary care, specialty care, mental health services, surgical procedures, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Veterans can access advanced diagnostic services, dental care, pharmacy services, and telehealth options, ensuring high-quality, accessible healthcare tailored to their needs. The system is dedicated to delivering compassionate and professional care to enhance the health and well-being of veterans in these communities.

Responsibilities

• The RN Interventional Radiology provides direct and indirect nursing care by assessing patient status, determining priorities, identifying nursing measures, and evaluating outcomes.
• 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 contributes to the effective and safe execution of interventional procedures.
• The RN Interventional Radiology ensures a 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.
• Doing 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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