Registered Nurse

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

• Supports our practice’s mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy. The Registered Nurse is responsible for the assessment of patients including the development, evaluation and modification of the plan of care for patients undergoing procedures with moderate sedation.
• The RN is a member of the multidisciplinary care team and have accountability to function as a collaborative team member to accomplish patient outcomes identified in the plan of care.
• The Registered Nurse is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for the comfort and safety of patients for a designated time frame.
• The RN provides care to those patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/technology, and other healthcare team members, according to established standards. Patients served include all age groups.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs various activities necessary for the preparation of the patient and the procedure room for the radiology procedures in compliance with policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Conducts all necessary preparations of the patient procedure room and documents when appropriate.
• Explains procedure to the patient, answers any questions and addresses patient concerns.
• Complies with HIPPA policies and standards with regards to patient confidentiality.
• Provides outstanding quality of patient care by supporting and driving our quality standards
• Assists with implementing quality goals and facility specific action plans in order to achieve our quality standards.
• As a skilled specialist, completes tasks in resourceful and effective ways
• Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Understands implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions.
• Determines methods and procedures on new assignments.
• May act as an informal team leader and provides assistance to other staff members with support tasks that require considerable judgment and initiative.
• Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• May escalate difficult/complex issues to supervisor for resolution, as deemed necessary.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Ensures medical records are accurate, complete and in compliance with policies and procedures. Maintains integrity of medical records, filing paperwork in patient files according to policies and procedures and performing audits on a regular basis.
• Assists with maintaining environmental integrity and aesthetics. Ensures all areas are clean, sanitary and safe on a daily basis Ensures all facility equipment and instruments are in proper working condition by inspecting equipment on a daily basis before and after procedures.
• Makes recommendations regarding replacement of equipment and repairs.
• Assists with disposal of hazardous waste materials, dirty linen and rugs.
• Prepares, organizes, and efficiently utilizes supplies and equipment to prevent wastage.
• Attends and participates in meetings, assisting with meeting agenda and gathering of data/material for meetings.
• Ensures effective communication with physicians.
• Attends and participates in meetings with physicians, reporting on assigned topics.
• Addresses physician concerns in areas of responsibility.
• May assist in the development and revision of policies related to radiography to ensure continuous process improvement.
• Assists in training and orienting new employees on the equipment.
• Participates in all facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies identified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds and to perform patient transfers and positioning of patients up to 400 pounds. Must be able to stand in a protective apron for up to 60-120 minutes. 5% Travel.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

• 1 year of experience in an Interventional Radiology/Cath Lab or EP Lab.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• BLS certification, ACLS certification
• Must be licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, and computer skills required.
• Proficient in English knowledge of universal precautions and personal protective devices to be utilized when operating radiology systems.
• Experience with monitoring and maintaining inventory.
• Proficient in the use of computers and related software such as Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Prostate Centers USA maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.00 - $41.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Urology

Physical setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $41