RN Interventional DT

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we're proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Registered Nurse Interventional provides nursing care for patients in the department which meet basic ADL needs. Circulates in the department; recognizes physical and emotional changes in patients' condition, Able to assist with biopsy, drainage procedures and special procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Other duties may be assigned.

Displays thorough knowledge of nursing and departmental protocols.

Consistently provides appropriate charting and other documentation.

Consistently demonstrates proper safety and radiation safety practices for self and others

Demonstrates appropriate use of equipment.

Maintains flow of Interventional Recovery Unit.

Assists other modalities with nursing patient care issues.

Demonstrate competency working with all age groups.

Demonstrates competency using the Radiographic Information System.

Demonstrates competency in Departmental communication (telephone, papers, and intercom).

Maintains clean and well stocked work area.

Meets and exceeds the expectations of patients and all other customers we serve.

Actively assists and supports departmental activities to ensure that operational and salary expenses are equal to or less than approved budget.

Understands the principles and concepts of Performance Improvement. Looks for opportunities and solutions for process improvements and seeks to improve job skills.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate from an accredited nursing program.

Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Florida.

Minimum of 2 years recent acute care experience with at least one year in critical care, ER, or PACU experience required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows