Nursing - Registered Nurse - Radiology

Registered Nurse
The primary duty of the registered nurse is to monitor and care for the patient during interventional radiology and vascular procedures. The nurse also liaises between the patient, healthcare providers, and family. The nurse is to be familiar with the overall function(s) of the interventional radiology and vascular specialty.
Supervises care given by nonprofessional staff and provides instruction as needed.
Essential duties/responsibilities:

Prepare patients for procedures, including checking vital signs
Analyze lab results and medical history
Provide education to the patient and family members
Insert and remove IV lines
Administer drugs, including moderate sedation
Monitor patient patterns and vital signs during the procedure
Oversee the safety and comfort of patients
Provide post-procedure monitoring
Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
Required skills/abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and experience:

Associate's degree in nursing or BSN required
Two years of moderate sedation administration and recovery required.
Two years of experience in interventional radiology or cath lab, preferred.
Current license to practice nursing in the state of Texas.
Minimum of six months of recent experience as a professional nurse.
ACLS/BLS required.
Experience in pre-op/PACU, CV, and ICU preferred.
Experience in interventional radiology and/or cath lab preferred.
StrideCare is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.