RN, Interventional Radiology

Overview
Location: Lockport
Hours:Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm.
Good enough isn't for us. Duly Health and Care's team members show up every day driven to exceed expectations. We see and support the remarkable in every person within and beyond the walls of our work.
Duly Health and Care works to understand what matters most to you. We recruit and retain team members who share a relentless passion and pride for helping others live happier and healthier lives. We invest in helping our team members develop their talents in a way that is rich in personal meaning. We invite you to join us, fulfill your purpose and make your mark!
Holistic benefits designed to help our team members flourish in all aspects of their lives, including:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug benefits that include medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and Social Impact
• 12 Weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members.
• 401(k) Match
• Profit-sharing program

Are you ready to challenge the expected to deliver the extraordinary?
The role of an Interventional Radiology Nurse is unique and essential to the care of the patient and smooth operation of the Interventional environment. He/She demonstrates that unique and essential function through the framework of C.A.R.E values-compassion, accountability, respect and excellence-with patients, their family members, referring clinicians and the clinical and clerical teams. This role supports, Interventional Radiology, Pain Management, Vascular Surgery and Cardiology in Pre/Post and Intra-procedure.
Responsibilities
The Journeys and Adventures that Await
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attending/assisting in patient consultations under the guidance of the Interventionalist.
• Act as the first point of contact for referrals and patients.
• Performing pre, intra, and post procedure patient evaluation, assessment and documentation.
• Make recommendations to the referring physician, patient, and patient's family under the guidance of the Interventionalist.
• Serve as a liaison between the patient, nursing staff, radiology staff, ancillary departments and referring physician.
• Perform daily duties and communicate patient progress to the medical staff and the Interventionalist.
• Orchestrate patient discharge and pharmacy calls; may assist by calling to set up appointments or arrange hospital tests or admissions.
• Completes paperwork including orders: Laboratory, Radiology, Pharmacy, etc.
• Uses a team approach to develop and achieve daily, patient-centered individualized care goals.
• Escort patients to and from exam rooms and readies them for procedure; takes vital signs, records medical history/symptoms, ensures medical chart/lab test results are available and complete.
• Assists Interventional Radiology team with procedures and assists team with cleaning and turnover of the rooms. Stocks procedure and patient examination rooms; cleans and arrange sterilization of instruments for procedures; assists with inventory of medical supplies.
• Assist in maintaining crash cart.
• Checks and restocks medication as necessary.
• Reports all test results to the patient as directed by the Interventional Radiologist.
• Performs OSHA controls as required. Assists in tracking controlled substances in the department.
• Must be able to get along with others, be a team player, accept constructive criticism from your supervisor and be able to follow work rules.
• Serves as a mentor for team members and as a preceptor for new team members.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation and quality improvement; participates in innovation projects and the quality improvement process.

Qualifications
The Experiences You Bring
EDUCATION and / or CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:

• Licensed to practice nursing in Illinois. Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level).
• ACLS Certified

EXPERIENCE:

• At least 1 year nursing experience: Interventional Radiology or Interventional Cardiology preferred.