RN - Radiology

Overview Compassionate, innovative, versatile are traits of the Radiology Registered Nurse (RN). We are looking for a professional, compassionate RN with excellent clinical, communication and interpersonal skills. Join our team of highly efficient, skilled and cohesive members, who are instrumental in providing patient education and preparation for imaging and/or procedures in order to obtain the necessary information required for next steps in diagnosis or treatment. Staff are responsible for collaborating with inpatient and ambulatory physicians and nurses to facilitate excellent patient care. Radiology offers a wide variety of opportunities not only for personal and professional growth but for work/life balance as well. We offer flexible schedules, cross-training, minimal on-call shifts and holiday rotations. Come join the Radiology Team at a Magnet-designated hospital, ranked as one of America's 50 Best, where we utilize evidence-based practices in our standards of care in order to maintain the high-quality standards of the Carle Health Institution. Qualifications Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), Education: H.S. Diploma/GED, Work Experience: Responsibilities Performs all nursing responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice by following department policies and procedures in accordance with accrediting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines. Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation. Manages care of patients during moderate sedation and Phase I/II anesthesia recovery. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the health care team. Recognizes and responds to any adverse or allergic reactions including change in patient status requiring nursing assistance. Reviews cases with the radiologist/physician when appropriate. Takes responsibility for patient, visitor, employee and environmental safety. Reports and corrects safety events immediately including those that are a near miss. Responsible for maintaining equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner. Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of Charge RN/Supervisor or Imaging Coordinator in their absence. Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offer constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution. Perform additional RN 2 expectations per RN ladder. Participates in QA/QC programs. Directs personnel in maintaining standards set out by accrediting bodies, licensure and safety guidelines. Aids in the annual review and periodic updates of department policies and protocols. Serves as a technical resource/subject matter expert for staff, management and physicians. Meets performance standards as established by department/organization benchmarking. About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We've grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We're developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: View email address on click.appcast.io. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $32.21per hour - $55.4per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.