RN, Diagnostic Imaging

Department Overview

The Registered Nurse working as a member of the Diagnostic Imaging team provides nursing services to patients in all Imaging modalities, including sedation services and pre-, intra, and post-procedure care. Patient populations include ambulatory patients, day patients, inpatients, and patients in off-site locations. DI RNs care for patients who need scans or procedures in Ultrasound, CT, MRI, General Radiology/Fluoroscopy, and PET/CT. Imaging departments are located at OHSU Marquam campus, KPV, PPV, SJH, DCH, CHH, and off-site clinics (currently, Beaverton is our only off-site campus). Hours of operation are seven (7) days a week from 0700-2030. RN-to-patient staffing ratios are variable. Staffing needs are dynamic and may change during or between shifts based on add-on sedation procedures and add-on recoveries from all Imaging modalities.

 

This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care plans. Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents.
• $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation - 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time
  • Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid – included in vacation accruals)
• Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time
• Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources

Function/Duties of Position

All Intensive Care Unit patients receive care that is compliant with the OHSU Adult Intensive Care Unit standards of care. Diagnostic Imaging nurses provide total nursing care: No CNAs, LPNs, or HUC coverage is available. The Diagnostic Imaging RN is expected to practice in accordance with the professional practice standards and core values, maintain a current knowledge base relevant to the area of practice and governing agencies, and model a commitment to service excellence. Care is provided to patients of all ages.

 

 

Department Specific Working Conditions:

The RN must be able to travel to Diagnostic Imaging department locations via aerial tram and to/from off-site locations (currently the Beaverton Imaging location). Staff cover services in all Diagnostic Imaging locations. The RN is responsible for patient communication regarding pre-, intra, and post-imaging-related care/information.

 

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in critical care, ED, procedural, pre/post, or radiology nursing.
• BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date.
• ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
• Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• BLS must not expire during orientation
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Department Specific Requirements:

• A minimum score of 11/18 on OHSU's Nurse Interview Evaluation Tool.
• Current IV placement experience
• Must be able to travel by Aerial Tram between Marquam Hill and CHH location

Preferred Qualifications

• ARIN Certification (Association for Radiologic and Imaging Nursing)
• Cardiac nursing experience, understanding of ECG rhythm and interpretation
• Cardiac imaging procedure experience (medication administration and monitoring)
• Procedural Sedation experience
• Current experience with central line evaluation and maintenance (port access/de-access, PICC, etc.)
• Experience with Diagnostic Imaging pre-, intra, and post-procedure care requirements.

Additional Details

Length of Orientation – Experienced Nurse

• External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.
• Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply.

All are welcome

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