Registered Nurse (RN) Interventional Radiology

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionIR Centers, partnered with Rio Grande Urology (RGU),is a multidisciplinary private practice endovascular lab. We are leading minimally invasive procedures across the U.S. by providing interventional radiology services in an outpatient setting.Learn more about IR Centers here: call, no weekends, no night shift!Location:El Paso, TX 79903Position Overview:As a Registered Nurse (RN) Interventional Radiology, you will be responsible for the assessment of patients, including the development, evaluation, and modification of the plan of care for patients undergoing procedures with moderate sedation. You will provide care to patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, and other healthcare team members, according to established standards. Patients served include all age groups.Schedule and Benefits:Full-timeMonday through Friday, Day shift scheduleNo call, no weekends, no night shiftsBenefits offered according to RGU eligibility and policiesRequired Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of nursingValid Registered Nurse license to practice in this stateBLS certification, ACLS certification (Or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)EnglishMinimum of one year of recent nursing experience in an acute care, procedural, or comparable clinical settingProficiency in peripheral IV insertion, patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and medication administrationPreferred Qualifications:Previous nursing experience in Interventional Radiology (IR)Previous nursing experience in Emergency Department (ED), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Cardiac Catheterization Lab, or similar procedural settingExperience administering and monitoring moderate sedationExperience providing pre-procedure preparation and post-procedure recovery careResponsibilities:Performs comprehensive pre-procedure patient assessments, including reviewing medical history, medications, allergies, and vital signs.Prepares patients and procedure rooms for interventional radiology procedures, ensuring compliance with established clinical protocols and safety standards.Establishes peripheral IV access and administers medications, IV fluids, and moderate sedation in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.Continuously monitors patients during procedures, including vital signs, cardiac rhythm, oxygen saturation, respiratory status, and level of consciousness.Recognizes changes in patient conditions, identifies potential complications, and responds appropriately to medical emergencies.Provides pre-procedure and post-procedure nursing care, including patient preparation, recovery monitoring, pain management, and discharge assessments.Educates patients and caregivers regarding procedures, medications, recovery expectations, and discharge instructions.Conducts pre-procedure screening calls and post-procedure follow-up calls to ensure continuity of care.Collaborates with physicians, IR Scrub Techs, and other clinical team members to ensure safe, efficient procedural workflows and quality patient care.Maintains accurate and timely patient documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).Assists with patient positioning, transfers, procedure room setup, room turnover, inventory, and other clinical duties as needed.Skills:Strong IV insertion and medication administration skills.Experience administering and monitoring moderate sedation.Proficiency in patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and pre- and post-procedure care.Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and ability to respond to patient complications.Excellent communication, teamwork, and EMR documentation skills.Working conditions and Physical Requirements:Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.Ability to wear protective lead aprons of 10 lbs for approximately 60–90 minutes or longer during procedures, as needed.Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds, as required for essential job duties.Ability to assist with patient transfers and repositioning, including patients weighing up to 400 pounds, using appropriate equipment and team assistance.Potential exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, radiation, and other occupational hazards common to clinical environments.Must adhere to established infection control, radiation safety, and workplace safety protocols.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.IR Centers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Prostate Centers USA is a network partner of Hemorrhoid Centers, Ortho Centers and IR Centers.