Registered Nurse, Radiology Holding (30 hours, Days)

Position Summary The Radiology Holding Nurse (RHU) Nurse provides specialized care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures. This role involves comprehensive pre‑procedural assessment, intra‑procedural coordination, and post‑procedural recovery. The RHU Nurse ensures patient safety, manages sedation recovery, and serves as the clinical liaison between the patient and the Radiology team. Essential Responsibilities / Duties Pre‑Procedural Preparation: Medical Screening; Verify patient identity, procedure type, and NPO status. Informed Consent: Ensure all surgical and sedation consents are signed and understood. Clinical Readiness: Review lab results (BUN/Creatinine for contrast safety, PT/INR for IR procedures) and alert the Provider to abnormalities. Vascular Access: Initiate IV therapy and manage existing central lines (PICCs, Ports) for contrast administration. Post‑Procedural Recovery (Phase I & II Recovery): Hemodynamic Monitoring; Perform frequent vital sign checks and neurovascular assessments following invasive procedures. Access Site Management: Monitor arterial or venous sheath sites for hematoma, bleeding, or distal pulse changes. Sedation Recovery: Monitor patients recovering from General Anesthesia, Monitored Anesthesia Care (MAC), and Moderate Sedation using the Aldrete scoring system. Specialized Technical Tasks: Contrast Safety—recognize and treat immediate allergic reactions to iodine or gadolinium (e.g., hives, anaphylaxis). Emergency Response: Maintain proficiency in ACLS/BLS/PALS to manage rare but critical events like contrast‑induced cardiac arrest or respiratory depression. Education & Qualifications Nursing degree: Diploma, ASN or BSN (preferred). Ability to obtain BSN within 4 years. Licensed to practice as a registered nurse in Massachusetts. Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required. Advanced IV insertion skills, cardiac rhythm interpretation, familiarity with sedation protocols. 1–2 years of critical care (ICU/ED or PACU) experience is highly preferred. Compensation Range $38.05 - $75.33 per hour. (Full compensation includes benefits and other program information.) Equal Opportunity Statement Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans. See our EEO policies. #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston Medical Center (BMC)