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Provides nursing care for patients requiring radiological services; assesses patient condition; assists radiologists, physicians and department staff. Performs such duties that will maintain and improve the quality of patient care; recommends policy procedures and performs PI and risk management activities related to the radiology departmental patient care. Participates in performance improvement activities.
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Currently licensed in the State of Texas as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B.
Training and
1. Current BLS certifications required through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire. 2. Successful completion of hospital and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire required. 3.
Complete the Customer Service course within 3 months of hire required. 4. One year of RN experience in critical care setting preferred. 5. ACLS and/or PALS within 3 months of hire or transfer to department. 6.
Moderate sedation competency completed within 3 months of hire or transfer to department. 7. Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer to department a. Special Procedure RN Competency b.
Nuclear Medicine RN Competency c. MRI RN Competency C. Job Knowledge:Comprehensive knowledge of general nursing procedures including IV therapy and patient care monitoring devices.
Performance improvement and adult education principles helpful. Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions: A. Occasionally required to lift and position patients for procedures.
B. Job has the potential for exposure to infectious diseases and radiation.
Day Shift · 40 plus call
About the role
Provides nursing care for patients requiring radiological services; assesses patient condition; assists radiologists, physicians and department staff. Performs such duties that will maintain and improve the quality of patient care; recommends policy procedures and performs PI and risk management activities related to the radiology departmental patient care. Participates in performance improvement activities.