Sedation Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Radiology / PAE Clinic

Join Our Team as a Sedation Registered Nurse (RN) – Interventional Radiology / PAE Clinic

Deliver Exceptional Patient Care. Advance Your Nursing Career. Make a Meaningful Impact.

Are you a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse with experience in procedural sedation, critical care, or perioperative nursing? We're looking for an exceptional Sedation RN to join our growing Interventional Radiology team and play a vital role in delivering safe, patient-centered care during Prostatic Artery Embolization (PAE) procedures.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside innovative physicians and clinical professionals in a collaborative outpatient setting focused on excellence, safety, and outstanding patient outcomes.

Why You'll Love This Role

Specialized procedural nursing in a cutting-edge Interventional Radiology practice

Collaborative, team-focused clinical environment

Meaningful patient interactions throughout the continuum of care

Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement and clinical excellence

Professional growth and ongoing development opportunities

Position Summary

The Sedation Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for administering and monitoring sedation during PAE procedures while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and optimal clinical outcomes. This role provides support before, during, and after procedures through patient assessment, monitoring, recovery collaboration, and procedural preparation.

Reporting directly to the Director of Clinical Operations and Clinical Leadership, the Sedation RN serves as a critical member of the Interventional Radiology team.

What You'll Do

Patient Sedation & Monitoring

• Administer sedation medications under the direction of the Interventional Radiologist
• Continuously monitor patient vital signs, airway status, and sedation response
• Recognize and respond rapidly to adverse reactions, complications, and emergencies
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the EMR

Recovery & Clinical Support

• Collaborate with Recovery Nurses to monitor patient recovery and discharge readiness
• Support patient transitions before, during, and after procedures
• Verify procedural and sedation consent documentation
• Participate in daily clinical huddles and case reviews
• Initiate BLS, ACLS, or emergency protocols when necessary

Procedure Room Preparation

• Prepare sedation medications, supplies, and equipment
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and medication safety standards
• Verify emergency and resuscitation equipment functionality before procedures

Inventory & Quality Management

• Monitor nursing inventory and expiration dates
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Support compliance, safety, and regulatory standards

Team Collaboration

• Partner with physicians, radiology technologists, nurses, and support staff
• Provide mentorship and support to clinical team members
• Contribute to a positive, patient-focused culture of excellence

Qualifications

Required

? Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

? Current Registered Nurse (RN) license

? Minimum 2 years of experience in:

• Procedural Sedation
• Critical Care
• Perioperative Nursing

? Current BLS Certification

? Current ACLS Certification

? Strong knowledge of:

• Sedation protocols
• Patient monitoring
• Airway management
• Emergency interventions

Preferred

Experience in Interventional Radiology

Outpatient surgical or procedural care experience

Urology or Endoscopy Experience

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Ideal Candidate

You are:

• Patient-focused and compassionate
• Calm and confident in high-acuity situations
• A critical thinker with strong clinical judgment
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• A collaborative team player
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Core Competencies

• Clinical Judgment & Critical Thinking
• Patient & Customer Focus
• Ethical Practice
• Accountability & Reliability
• Communication & Teamwork
• Flexibility & Multitasking
• Stress Management & Composure
• Professionalism & Credibility

Equipment You'll Use

• Cardiac Monitors
• Pulse Oximetry
• Blood Pressure Monitoring Systems
• Oxygen Delivery Systems
• Suction Equipment
• Emergency & Resuscitation Equipment
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Standard Computer & Office Technology

Join Us

If you're passionate about procedural nursing, patient safety, and delivering exceptional care in a dynamic outpatient environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today at Urologysanantonio.com and become part of a team dedicated to innovation, excellence, and outstanding patient outcomes.

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