REGISTERED NURSE RN MEDICAL IMAGING INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY
Company: Banner Health
Location: Tucson
Posted on: October 23, 2024
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Job Description:
R Primary City/State:
Tucson, Arizona
Department Name:
Imaging Nrsg Support-Hosp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Nursing
Sign on Bonus available!
A rewarding career that fits your life. Those who have joined the
Banner mission come from all walks of life, united by the common
goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. If changing
health care for the better sounds like something you want to be
part of, apply today.
As a Medical Imaging Nurse in IR, you will be an integral part of
the team and responsible for many duties in Interventional
Radiology, CT, MRI, Fluoroscopy, Ultrasound and Nuclear Medicine.
In this role, most of the focus with be on MRI, Interventional
Radiology and CT specializing in interventional procedures
including emergency cases such as traumas and strokes. Under the
direction of the physician, the RN is responsible for procedural
sedation and maintaining patient safety during the procedure.
We are nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient
care, teaching future health care professionals and conducting
groundbreaking research. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
is Southern Arizona's only Level I Trauma Center, meaning we care
for the most critically injured patients. We look forward to
nurturing future generations of highly trained medical
professionals who serve the community and providing our patients
with outstanding care and an unparalleled patient experience.
Location: BUMCT 1625 N Campbell Ave, Tucson Arizona
Hours: 4-10hour shifts, Start times range from 7-8am, Weekends and
Holidays are off, but call is required for both
Banner Health was recognized on Becker's Healthcare 2024 list of
150+ top places to work in healthcare. This list highlights
hospitals, health systems and healthcare companies that prioritize
workplace excellence and the happiness, satisfaction, wellbeing and
fulfilment of their employees.
Up to $15,000 sign on bonus
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized
for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care
professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located
on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its
specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive
care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University
Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care
for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is
consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the
prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The
academic medical center has earned Magnet Recognition becoming the
only hospital in southern Arizona to meet the rigorous standards of
the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet Recognition
Program for nursing excellence. The hospital's physicians are
full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine
- Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and
cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ
transplant program.
POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents
nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies
and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice
utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and
development. This position is accountable for the quality of
nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their
direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment,
and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and
evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of
assigned patients.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual,
educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs.
Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and
assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available
information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews
diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the
physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment
and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in
policy.
2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan,
utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team
input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs,
assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are
realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the
patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial,
spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the
plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the
multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to
reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient's
status.
3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care,
coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the
health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the
nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures,
standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates
appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of
care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel.
Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely
communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom
care is provided.
4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and
teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient
progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with
other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and
the effectiveness of patient teaching.
5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in
the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in
accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective
data, nursing interventions and patient's response to treatment.
Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may
participate in research activities within clinical practice.
Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and
participates in the education, role development, and orientation of
facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors.
Promotes/supports growth of others through precepting and mentoring
when appropriate.
7. Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent
patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable,
and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national
nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may
include participating in professional organizations.
8. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow
of the department.
9.Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments,
physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as
employees of other health care institutions, community providers
and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Interacts
with other health care providers in numerous settings in order to
report and ask for or clarify information. Also works with clergy
to provide spiritual support. Synthesizes and prioritizes data from
multiple sources to provide support for the human response of the
patient and family to changes in health status.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice,
temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN
licensure for current state of practice. BLS certification is
required. Additional certification or continuing education may be
required based on area of practice.
Relates throughout the interview process the experience, training
and education needed to perform the job. Experience in the clinical
area for which he or she is applying is desired. Must maintain
clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which
they work as demonstrated through annual validations. Banner
Registry and Travel acute care positions require a minimum of one
year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must
include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months
as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Banner Registry and
Travel physician practice positions require a minimum of one year
experience as a Registered Nurse in a physician practice or an
acute care setting.
In a Home Health setting, team members must be able to operate
personal vehicle and possess a valid driver's license. Auto
insurance coverage is also required to be active and
maintained.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC
Behavioral, Banner Home Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing
Facility must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the
time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment. Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner
University Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of
Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance
Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of
their employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family
Counseling Program held at this specific facility. Employees
working in the Banner McKee Senior Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit
must possess an Colorado Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of
hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment .
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