Nurse Diagnostic Imaging / RN / Registered Nurse

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Company: Crescent City Recruitment Group

Location: Warden, WA 98857

Description:

TITLE: RN Diagnostic Imaging / Registered Nurse
LOCATION: Warden, WA

Would you like to live in an area surrounded by a large freshwater lake that offers 300 plus days of sunshine and work in healthcare organization that loves to accomplish what is best for the community.
The motto is "All of us, for each of you, every time."
Community is about 25K population, facility serves about 77k. There is a small airport, a University, a nice community that offers something for everyone.
It is known as a Desert Oasis in the heart of the Columbia Basin in Central Washington with 4 seasons and 330 plus days of sunshine.
If that sounds like the change you are looking for, please read on...
What they're looking for:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Washington
Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
Previous nursing experience, in an acute care setting with competency in conscious/moderate sedation and patient monitoring and interpretation.
Strong clinical assessment skills and attention to detail. Proficient at IV access. Knowledge of diagnostic imaging procedures and patient care in the diagnostic setting.
Hours and compensation potential:
Position is full time. Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm.
Range is between $40.75hr-$77.50hr depending on experience.
Full benefits package including sign on and relocation assistance.
What you'll be doing:
Educates patients and their families on the nature of the diagnostic imaging procedures, potential risks, and expected outcomes.
Assesses patients' medical history, vital signs, and specific needs, and communicates effectively to ensure their comfort and well-being throughout the imaging process.
Facilitates the appropriate scheduling of invasive procedure with the Radiologist and Scheduling staff.
Ensures that pre-and post-procedure care instructions are communicated, completed and addresses any questions or concerns. Attends patient consultations. Performs follow-up calls
Collaborates with radiologists, technologists, and other healthcare team members to assist with and support the diagnostic imaging procedures such as: FNA and Biopsies.
Ensures that all equipment and instruments are properly sterilized, calibrated, and ready for use.
Starts and/or checks peripheral IVs, assesses Infusaports, administers medications, monitors vital signs, suctions patients, inserts Foleys and helps patients with their personal needs.
Monitors patients' response to procedures and provides immediate care or intervention in case of any complications.
Informs the technologist or radiologist of any unusual patient needs, and performs specialized nursing duties, such as administering IV sedation or analgesia during special procedures and may closely monitor patients with cardiac/pulse oximeters.
Assists MRI Tech by positioning patient breast(s) for imaging
Orders and administers medications or contrast agents as required and monitor patients for any adverse reactions.
May acts as a specimen navigator by label printing, scanning wristbands, documentation, properly preparing the specimens and delivering in a timely fashion to the lab.
May participate in conscious and/or moderate sedation.May participate in patient monitoring during cardiac stress tests.
Maintains accurate and comprehensive patient records, including medical history, assessment data, and procedural notes. (i.e. consent form, lab values, cytology, etc.)
Identifies and documents unexpected adverse reactions or unusual occurrences during diagnostic imaging procedures and reports them to the appropriate healthcare professional(s).
Participates in our MQSA Breast program, QA/CQI Interdisciplinary Activities, and Professional Practice Activities.
Adheres to strict infection control protocols and safety guidelines, ensuring the cleanliness and sterility of the department.
Follows radiation safety practices and protective measures to minimize exposure risks.
Helps write patient care policies, design flowsheets or patient instruction sheets and develops protocols or care plans.
Makes recommendations to the referring physician, the patient, and patient's family under the guidance of the interventional radiologist.
Additional Info:
The individual in this position reports to the Director.
Brand new hospital to being built and completed in 2 years so an opportunity to grow into a new space.
Join the team and embark on a fulfilling career as a Diagnostic Imaging Nurse. Make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees and community members while enjoying the beauty and sunshine of Central Washington. Apply today!

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