Clinical Interventional Radiology Nurse

Looking for Clinical Interventional Radiology Nurse
Location: Altoona, WI
Shift – Day shift

Guaranteed Hours: 32
Gross Hourly Pay: $75/Hr

Gross Weekly Pay: $2700/week

Job Summary

The Interventional Radiology Nurse will work in a teaching hospital setting, providing specialized care to patients undergoing radiological procedures. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care in interventional radiology.

Duties

Conduct thorough assessments of patients scheduled for procedures, reviewing medical histories, assessing vital signs, and ensuring appropriate pre-procedure preparation, including obtaining informed consent and addressing any concerns or questions.

· Collaborate with radiologic technologists, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and optimize procedural outcomes. Communicate effectively within the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and timely interventions.

· Perform the insertion of various vascular access devices using sterile technique and ultrasound guidance when applicable. Ensure proper selection of device type and insertion site based on patient's medical condition, treatment plan, and vascular anatomy.

· Assess patients' vascular access needs and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans. Evaluate vascular access sites for patency, signs of infection, and complications such as thrombosis or infiltration.

· Educate patients and their families about vascular access devices, including their purpose, care requirements, signs of complications, and steps to take in case of emergency. Provide counseling and support to patients undergoing vascular access procedures to alleviate anxiety and promote compliance with care instructions.

· Document all aspects of care accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records (EMR) or other documentation systems. Maintain detailed records of vascular access device insertion, maintenance procedures, patient assessments, and outcomes.

· Educate patients and their families about IR procedures, including what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. Provide clear instructions for post-procedure care and follow-up appointments

· Assist radiologists and technologists during procedures, providing support, positioning patients, and preparing equipment and supplies. Monitor patients throughout procedures, assessing for any complications and intervening, as necessary.

· Administer medications as prescribed by radiologist, including conscious sedation and analgesics, and monitor patients closely for sedation-related complications. Maintain proficiency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency response protocols.

· Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients as they emerge from anesthesia, including monitoring vital signs, assessing airway patency, pain levels, consciousness, and overall post-operative status. Continuously monitor patients for signs of complications or adverse reactions to anesthesia.

· Provide personalized nursing care to patients in the immediate post-operative period, ensuring optimal comfort, safety, and physiological stability. Administer medications as prescribed for pain management, nausea and vomiting, and other post-operative symptoms.

· Monitor and maintain patients' airways and respiratory function, intervening promptly to address airway obstruction, hypoventilation, or respiratory distress. Administer supplemental oxygen or assist with airway clearance techniques as needed.

· Assess patients' pain levels using standardized pain assessment tools and develop individualized pain management plans. Administer analgesic medications as prescribed, monitoring patients' responses and side effects.

· Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and pediatric patients with diverse medical and surgical conditions.

· Document all aspects of patient care accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records (EMR), including assessments, interventions, medications administered, and patient responses. Ensure compliance with documentation standards and regulatory requirements.

· Participate in quality assurance activities, including reviewing protocols, monitoring procedural outcomes, and identifying opportunities for improvement. Adhere to safety protocols and infection control measures to minimize risks to patients and staff.

· Advocate for patients’ rights, preferences, and needs, ensuring that they receive high-quality, compassionate care that is tailored to their individual circumstances.

· Will ensure that areas are meeting or exceeding The Joint Commission requirements.

· Maintains professional and collaborate relationships with leadership staff through the various departments.

· Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $70.00 - $75.00 per hour

Medical Specialty:

• Cath Lab
• Radiology

Physical Setting:

• Hospital

Ability to Commute:

• Altoona, WI 54720 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Altoona, WI 54720: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70 - $75