Interventional Radiology RN, On-Call, Tyson's Corner ( Job Number: 176609 ) vacancy at Kaiser Permanente in McLean

Kaiser Permanente is at present looking to employ Interventional Radiology RN, On-Call, Tyson's Corner ( Job Number: 176609 ) on Thu, 25 Jul 2013 07:23:37 GMT. The scope of practice of Radiology Nursing occurs within the framework of the nursing process and encompasses those nursing functions which assist the member having diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional procedures. Nursing functions are directed toward providing continuity of care through pre-procedural assessment and preparation, intra-procedural intervention and post-procedural evaluation...

Interventional Radiology RN, On-Call, Tyson's Corner ( Job Number: 176609 )

Location: McLean Virginia

Description: Kaiser Permanente is at present looking to employ Interventional Radiology RN, On-Call, Tyson's Corner ( Job Number: 176609 ) right now, this vacancy will be placed in Virginia. For complete informations about this vacancy opportunity please read the description below. The scope of practice of Radiology Nursing occurs within the framework of the! nursing process and encompasses those nursing functions which assist the member having diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional procedures. Nursing functions are directed toward providing continuity of care through pre-procedural assessment and preparation, intra-procedural intervention and post-procedural evaluation as well as patient education. The radiology nurse assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures quality assurance and education. This position consistently supports compliance and Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct by adhering to federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable ! for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilitie! s, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors."

Essential Functions:

• Under the direction of the Radiologist, assists physicians with procedures requiring professional nursing skills and implements medical treatment plan.
• Provides pre-procedural assessment and preparation, intra-procedural intervention and post-procedural evaluation.
• Utilizes this assessment for identification of actual and potential needs.
• Responds to all contrast reactions and medical emergencies, assuming role as team leader until attending Radiologist or Emergency Medical system arrives.
• Administers all medications, p.o. or LV., ordered by the attending Radiologist: Oxygen, l.V. fluids, premedication9 sedation, narcotics, including pediatric sedation with appropriate V. S. and fluid monitoring.
• In conjunction with th! e technologists, administers oral CT Barium at appropriate intervals prior to CT scanning and l.V. contrast agents (ionic and nonionic).
• Performs or assists in l.V. angiocath or butterfly placement, nasogastric tubes or urinary catheters as necessary in adults, children or infants.
• Maintains crash carts and emergency supplies in each imaging suite daily, and monitors performance of defibrillator and suction.
• Checks supplies of Oxygen, l.V., Fluids, contrast, catheters, needles and medications.
• Monitors all sedated pediatric patients in CT or MAI (non-ionizing radiation; radar and micro-waves and 1 .5 Tesla static magnetic field.
• Assists in Special Procedures as needed.
• Reviews discharge instructions with patients or parents after imaging procedures or special procedures, myelogram, tube drainage, and anthrogram.
• Assists the Lead Radiologist in the triage of patients as urgent, ASAP, or routine for the purpose of! scheduling.
• Documents observations, interventions, and evalua! tions of the patient in the medical record in accordance with department policies and protocols.
• Acts as interdepartmental liaison between Imaging Center and other service departments, offices and providers.
• Utilizes assessments to monitor and identify potential risks which impact on patient safety and takes appropriate action.
• Provides professional nursing care to patients.
• Assists Radiology staff by serving as a clinical resource.
• Conducts departmental or interdepartmental in-services.
• Provides patient and family education. . .
• This job description is not all encompassing.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years of nursing experience in critical care or emergency room nursing within last seven (7) years.
• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing required.
• Current RN Licensure in jurisdiction required.
• Current! CPR Certification required.
• Current ACLS Certification required.
• Full range of body motion to lift, walk and move patients, complete bimanual dexterity, eye-hand coordination and binocular vision corrected to 20/30, able to tolerate 1 5-20 lb. lead apron during CT or MRI during monitored exposure to ionizing (X-ray) radiation.
• No pacemaker, insulin pump, or other MR sensitive medical device, or implanted metallic prosthetic device large enough to disrupt the static 1 .5 Tesla field.
• Must be able to push/pull wheeled chair conveyances, stretch and other equipment weighing up to 200 pounds.
• Must be able to transfer, walk, and position patients weighing up to 200 lbs or over 200 lbs with assistance.
• In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
• Proficiency in the use of applicab! le computer software.

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This vacancy starts available on: Thu, 25 Jul 2013 07:23:37 GMT

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