What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - HVI Diagnostics ECHO (Procedural) position at Carle Health System?
The Procedural Nurse plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care by applying a systematic approach to nursing. This involves assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation within the scope of practice defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing.
Key Responsibilities
- Provides and facilitates competent healthcare for patients and families, ensuring adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.
- Performs advanced nursing activities, including assisting with procedures using conscious sedation, placing IVs, and administering chemotherapy drugs.
- Ensures accurate documentation of care is complete and up-to-date.
- Delivers health and wellness education to individuals and groups.
- Serves as a preceptor and supports the development of other staff members and healthcare students.
- Leads initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.
- Assists the Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in developing departmental standing orders.
- Starts IVs on ECHO patients requiring contrast administration.
- Responds to contrast reactions and monitors patients during DSE, TEE, tilt table, and cardioversion procedures.
About Carle Health
Carle Health is a comprehensive healthcare system based in Urbana, IL, serving nearly 16,600 team members across eight hospitals, physician groups, and various healthcare businesses.
We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois, fostering growth and lifelong careers at Carle Health.
