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Job Description

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Registered Nurse will provide professional nursing care for patients undergoing special procedures such MRI or CT guided Intravenous (IV) insertion procedures, including diagnosing and treating human responses to actual and potential health problems through case finding, health teaching, counseling and the provision of care supportive of or restorative to life and well-being in accordance with their scope of practice.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Interventional radiology Registered Nurse duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inserting, maintaining, and removing intravenous lines for safe medication and contrast dye delivery.
• Reviewing allergies, patient history, and physical assessment findings with the patient and medical team prior to surgery
• Educating patients and family members on post-operative plans and procedures
• Assisting surgeons during neurological and vascular angiography (setting up supplies, passing guide wires and catheters, preparing sterile trays and equipment, handing over instruments and supplies, etc.)
• Monitoring for and addressing intraoperative complications (over sedation, cardiac arrhythmia, respiratory decompensation, acid/base imbalance, etc.)
• RN performs and documents ongoing assessments, including observation, physical examination, laboratory/test results, and patient response to procedural intervention.
• The RN must have the ability to perform Intravenous (IV) insertion for specific type of fluid, any additives or medications, amount to be infused, rate of infusion, and the length of time that the therapy should continue.
• Administers medications necessary for procedure.
• Monitors hemodynamics throughout procedure.
• Provides outline documentation of procedure events.
• Implements procedures and models related to the specific area of MRI and CT practice.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
• Additional responsibilities include assisting the radiologist during angiographic and interventional procedures by preparing the supply tray, passing guide wires and catheters, as well as setting up and maintains sterile trays and other equipment, practicing sterile technique, and passing instruments and supplies to the radiologist.
• The RN performs Neuro and Vascular angiographic and interventional procedures under the order/ guidance of Physician.
• Maintains professional competence through participation in continuing education and other appropriate learning experiences.
• Performs other professional nursing activities as delegated by the nursing service administration.



Evaluation

Participates in the development and maintenance of a system of evaluation of nursing care, practices and procedures, including evaluation of nursing personnel.

Reviews effectiveness of plan, evaluates interventions and expected outcomes.

• Evaluates the quality of care provided to patients.

Documentation

• Records activities, documents assessments, plan of care, interventions, evaluations, and reevaluation of patient status, and contact notes as appropriate in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Utilizes appropriate downtime documentation procedure when the electronic system is down. Updates care plan according to policy.

Education/Self Development

• Pursues educational and professional experiences that expand ambulatory care nursing knowledge, skills, and competencies.
• Participates in Nursing Shared Governance and other patient care committees and/or projects within the institution.
• Demonstrates and awareness of current departmental standards/regulatory /accreditation requirements for nursing.
• Maintains current state professional nurse (RN) license and certifications.
• Mentors and supports new nurses to the ambulatory care nursing setting, incorporating them into interprofessional activities and ongoing continuing education.

Research and Evidence-Based Practice

• Reviews and evaluates current literature for research and evidence relevant to ambulatory care nursing practice.
• Utilizes current research findings and other evidence to expand professional knowledge, enhance role performance, and increase knowledge of ambulatory care nursing professional issues.

Performance Improvement

• Monitors/evaluates assures compliance with quality improvement standards.
• Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement data collection and Performance Improvement projects (Nursing, departmental, service based).

Communication

• Communicates pertinent information to health team members in a timely manner.
• Initiates appropriate referrals to health care providers and other resources. Demonstrates positive verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• Addresses patients/visitors in a professional manner; functions as patient advocate.

Leadership

• Coordinates unit routines and provides guidance/supervision to assigned nursing staff; leads by professional example.
• Investigates, reports/corrects significant conditions which may affect safety of patient/staff/visitors. Actively participates in patient safety huddles and debriefings.
• Operates equipment/performs work related duties in a safe manner.
• Reports equipment malfunctions/requests repairs as necessary.
• Ensures emergency equipment/supplies are available and working properly.
• Demonstrates knowledge of infection control procedures.
• Follows procedures and practices for identification of patients.
• Adheres to policy for facility fire/safety/understands role in fire drills; internal/external disaster plans.
• Recognizes/responds to emergencies appropriately.
• Orients new personnel to unit policies, procedures, and practices.

Environment and Safety

• Administers medications and treatments in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Follow up abnormal labs and recall patient as per provider's instructions.
• Performs POCT (Point of Care) testing, as necessary including Rapid HIV, blood glucose, INR, rapid strep, pregnancy and urinalysis and records results in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Performs HIV counseling and testing to patients as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
1. A valid New York State license and current registration to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State; and
2. Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).
Special Note:
For assignments in Post-Acute Care ONLY, individuals meeting the following criteria may also be considered for appointment: Graduation from a nursing education program registered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as licensure qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse (RN) and has applied for licensure as an RN. These unlicensed individuals may be employed to practice under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN for up to 90 days immediately following graduation pending receipt of a limited permit, which selected candidates must apply for and receive within the same 90-day period. Once a limited permit is received, individuals can practice nursing, under the immediate and personal supervision of a NYS licensed, currently registered, RN at a NYC Health + Hospitals health care setting for up to one (1) year from the date of issuance of the limited permit. In addition, must hold or obtain through facility orientation, a valid and current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA).

Department Preferences

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE JOB:

CERTIFICATION(S)/LICENSE(S):

Required Qualifications:

• Active and unencumbered RN license NYS
• BSN required, MSN preferred
• BLS certification required
• 2 years of experience working in intensive care, or interventional radiology role
• Experience documenting electronic health record (EHR) data
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Complete and pass facility-required "IR nursing basics" examination upon hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Radiology Nurse (CRN), Perioperative Nurse (CNOR), or Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) Certification
• 8+ years of nursing experience at a Level I
• trauma center
• Impeccable organization, time
• management, and critical-thinking skills
• Bilingual if needed

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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs

Vacancy Control Board Number

VCB #: BWY-03042024-16926