RN - Per Diem

RN

• PER DIEM: NORTHWEST (TENAYA) OFFICE SUMMARY: Under the direction of a Radiologist, Technical Director, or the Nurse Manager this position exists to provide quality nursing care including sedation. The nurse should be qualified and prepared to handle all unexpected emergencies that occur during any radiological procedure. As needed will be required to work independently. May perform other job related duties as necessary for the efficient operation of SDMI. MINIMUM SKILLS, ABILITY AND REQUIREMENTS:
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nevada; ACLS, BCLS, and PALS Certified.
• Knowledge of basic principles of radiation protection and contrast administration side effects.
• Areas where the Nurse will function daily are general diagnostic in special procedures and CT biopsy.
• Maintains clinical competency by attending all required in-service and other continuing education programs.
• Requires the ability to demonstrate mature judgment, initiative and proficiency in nursing skills.
• Comply with universal precaution standards.
• Requires the ability to work independently and without direct supervision.
• Must be able to hold arterial pressure in the event of an emergency.
• Needs critical thinking skills to assess the patient’s condition and provide any necessary nursing interventions.
• Thorough knowledge and skill in administration, side effects and complications of mild sedation medication.
• Ability to give clear, concise discharge instructions and information to the patient/visitors.
• Able to communicate with people of various backgrounds and education levels.
• Prioritization skills to manage daily assignments in order to complete tasks in a timely manner while paying attention to details and accuracy.
• Works professionally with patience, tact and courtesy to handle patients, visitors and co-workers.
• Basic knowledge and skill in the care/placement of IV catheters, chest ports, chest tubes, drains and urinary catheters.
• Thorough knowledge about infection control protocols.
• Demonstrate evidence of emotional and physical well-being to safely perform any of the duties and responsibilities as set forth in this job description with respect to all age groups.
• The Registered Nurse performs delegated functions as appropriate to the position within the established standards, policies and procedures of the Radiology Department.
• Perform nursing duties as related to the job.
• Any employee who discovers, is directly involved in or is responding to an event/occurrence/risk is required to complete an occurrence report within 24 hours.
• The Nurse’s job performance, including current competencies will be reviewed by the Nurse Manager on a periodic basis. If job performance/ current competencies are not (or continue to not be) at required level this could result in additional training and/or disciplinary action.
• Demonstrate an ability to perform defibrillation or cardioversion as required in an emergency situation.
• Demonstrate an ability to monitor vital signs and report to the Radiologist any abnormal values or change in patient status.
• Demonstrate knowledge and utilization of anticoagulants appropriately including dose calculations and patient observation for effectiveness.
• Utilizes supplies and equipment effectively.
• Reports all pertinent concise information, accomplishes, timely charting and appropriately report job-related problems to supervisory personnel. Confirmation that all patient paperwork is in order and accounted for.
• Knows and follows SDMI safety and evacuation guidelines, policies/procedures, electrical safety and location of the closest fire alarm and fire extinguishers.
• Computer literate.
• Actively seeks out and accepts feedback from peers.
• Must abide SDMI attendance policy and follow schedule created by Nurse Manager.
• If a per diem Nurse, a requirement of availability to work one to two shifts per week as needed for coverage.
• Other nursing duties as assigned by supervisory personnel. N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Physical Abilities Lift/ Carry Stand C (Constantly) 10 lbs or less F (Frequently) Walk C (Constantly) 11-20 lbs F (Frequently) Sit O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs F (Frequently) Handling/Fingering C (Constantly) 51-100 lbs O (Occasionally) Reach Outward C (Constantly) Over 100 lbs O (Occasionally) Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally) Push / Pull Climb O (Occasionally) 12 lbs or less F (Frequently) Crawl O (Occasionally) 13-25 lbs F (Frequently) Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally) 26-40 lbs O (Occasionally) Bend O (Occasionally) 41-100 lbs O (Occasionally)