Registered Nurse- Special Procedures, Radiology, Day Shift, Full Time

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Provides direct patient care, ensures high quality patient care from self, and conducts self in a professional & respectful manor with all others at all times leading by example while making good use to time to meet the business need for SGHS.

2.

Assists with emergencies within Medical Imaging Department when available.   

3.

Ability to perform accurate total body Special Procedures according to protocol as ordered by a qualified medical provider and will consult with Radiologists for any contraindication(s) in the best interest of the patient. 

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Ensure patient satisfaction by being compassionate in explaining the procedure to the patient and answer questions so he / she understands what to expect before and after the procedure.

5.

Responsible for contacting the ordering provider to obtain new orders in the event of an error / discrepancy to avoid delays in patient care.

6.

Responsible for the safe utilization of medical supplies, medication administration, and any other equipment / positioning aids utilized to complete invasive procedures safely and successfully.

7.

Responsible for obtaining accurate medical histories, completing safety documents & consents with signatures, and ensuring accuracy of Special Procedure orders correlating with medical history, anatomy, and indications depicting medical necessity. Responsible for accurate patient documentation / charting. 

8.

Complies with all regulatory standards pertaining to radiation safety / protection including contrast media utilization and patient privacy (HIPAA). Responsible for completing the required annual education & competencies on time.

9.

Maintain skill set necessary to complete invasive procedures accurately with high quality imaging including the appropriate procedure / supply charges required for billing purposes.

10.

Coordinates patient transportation to the department as necessary and ensures the availability of applicable support personnel (nursing, respiratory, physician, etc.) in effort to avoid delays.

11.

Responsible for reporting equipment issues to Lead Specials Technologist or Lead Nurse, Manager, and/or Director to maintain a safe working environment and minimize downtime.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Graduate of a Nursing approved program (Associate’s Degree in Nursing); BSN preferred.

Experience:

Registered Nurse (RN) with 1-year experience as an ER or ICU Nurse within a hospital setting.

Licensure:

Registered Nurse (RN) in state of Georgia and ACLS required.