Travel Nurse RN - Interventional Radiology - $2,197 per week

Company: Magnet Medical
Location: Grove City
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN Interventional Radiology for a travel nursing job in Grove City, Ohio.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Interventional Radiology
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 02/23/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: TravelA Registered Nurse (RN) in Interventional Radiology (IR) is a specialized nurse who provides direct care to patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures. These procedures, typically minimally invasive, use imaging techniques (such as X-rays, CT scans, and ultrasound) to guide instruments inside the body for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. The RN in IR plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety, assisting with procedures, monitoring patient conditions, and providing post-procedural care. This role requires knowledge of radiology, surgical techniques, and a strong ability to manage patients undergoing invasive procedures.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
  
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  Pre-Procedural Care:
  
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  • Assess and prepare patients for interventional radiology procedures by reviewing medical history, lab results, and imaging studies.
    
  • Educate patients and families about the procedure, including what to expect, potential risks, and post-procedure care instructions.
    
  • Ensure that the patient has the appropriate informed consent for the procedure and address any questions or concerns they may have.
    
  • Administer pre-procedural medications, such as sedatives, pain relievers, or contrast agents, as prescribed.
    
  • Assist in preparing the patient for the procedure, ensuring that all necessary equipment and materials are available.
    
    
    
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    Assisting During Procedures:
    
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    • Assist the physician and radiologic technologist during interventional procedures by preparing and positioning the patient, maintaining a sterile field, and providing tools or medications as needed.
      
    • Monitor patient vital signs throughout the procedure, ensuring stability and responding to any changes in condition.
      
    • Support the team in managing sedation or anesthesia, monitoring the patient's level of consciousness and respiratory function.
      
    • Provide comfort measures to reduce anxiety and ensure patient safety during the procedure.
      
      
      
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      Post-Procedural Care:
      
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      • Monitor the patient's condition in the recovery area following the procedure, assessing vital signs, pain levels, and any potential complications (e.g., bleeding, infection).
        
      • Administer pain relief as prescribed and assist patients with comfort and recovery.
        
      • Educate the patient and family on recovery protocols, including activity restrictions, wound care, and follow-up appointments.
        
      • Document the patient's condition, procedures performed, and any changes during the recovery period in the medical records.
        
      • Ensure that the patient is stable and ready for discharge, coordinating with the healthcare team for further follow-up care as needed.
        
        
        
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        Patient Monitoring and Safety:
        
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        • Continuously monitor the patient's vital signs, oxygenation, and consciousness during the procedure and recovery phase.
          
        • Respond promptly to any changes in patient condition, such as signs of infection, allergic reactions, or other complications.
          
        • Ensure strict adherence to infection control standards, using aseptic techniques and proper sterilization of equipment.
          
        • Ensure patient safety through fall precautions, managing any allergies or medical conditions, and preventing any procedural complications.
          
          
          
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          Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
          
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          • Work closely with interventional radiologists, technologists, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care before, during, and after the procedure.
            
          • Communicate effectively with the patient and their family, offering support and addressing any questions or concerns throughout the process.
            
          • Participate in team meetings to discuss patient care, share insights, and improve the quality of care provided.
            
            
            
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            Documentation and Record-Keeping:
            
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            • Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, medications, procedural outcomes, and follow-up care.
              
            • Ensure proper documentation of any complications, interventions, or changes in patient status during and after the procedure.
              
            • Follow legal and institutional requirements for documentation, ensuring compliance with health regulations such as HIPAA.
              
              
              
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              Education and Training:
              
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              • Stay current with advances in interventional radiology techniques, technologies, and best practices.
                
              • Participate in ongoing education or certification programs related to radiology or specialty care to enhance knowledge and skills.
                
              • Educate patients about their conditions, the procedures they are undergoing, and post-procedure care and recovery.
                
                
                
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                Infection Control and Equipment Maintenance:
                
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                • Adhere to infection control guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), hand hygiene, and sterilization protocols.
                  
                • Ensure that the interventional radiology suite and patient equipment are properly sanitized and maintained.
                  
                  
                  Magnet Medical Job ID #30557892. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:IR,07:00:00-15:00:00

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