Registered Nurse Radiology

Your future role at a glance

Location: McMinnville, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas River Park

Department: Diagnostic Imaging Center

Schedule: PRN | Day

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead patient advocacy and clinical care during advanced imaging procedures, ensuring patients feel safe, informed, and physically supported throughout their entire diagnostic journey.
• Manage and administer conscious sedation and medications with precise accuracy, continuously monitoring patient vital signs to guarantee safety and comfort during complex radiology interventions.
• Collaborate seamlessly with radiologists and technologists to streamline procedural workflows, allowing for efficient, high-quality imaging and reduced wait times for patients.
• Evaluate and prepare patients pre-procedure, conducting critical clinical assessments and reviewing medical histories to mitigate risks and ensure readiness for imaging.
• Educate patients and their families on post-procedure care and recovery guidelines, empowering them with clear, jargon-free instructions for a safe transition home.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of
  hire.

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Responsibilities

• Lead patient advocacy and clinical care during advanced imaging procedures, ensuring patients feel safe, informed, and physically supported throughout their entire diagnostic journey.
• Manage and administer conscious sedation and medications with precise accuracy, continuously monitoring patient vital signs to guarantee safety and comfort during complex radiology interventions.
• Collaborate seamlessly with radiologists and technologists to streamline procedural workflows, allowing for efficient, high-quality imaging and reduced wait times for patients.
• Evaluate and prepare patients pre-procedure, conducting critical clinical assessments and reviewing medical histories to mitigate risks and ensure readiness for imaging.
• Educate patients and their families on post-procedure care and recovery guidelines, empowering them with clear, jargon-free instructions for a safe transition home.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of
  hire.