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Form of workThe Interventional Radiology (IR) department nurse provides care for both outpatients and inpatients across the age continuum (pediatric to geriatric) who are having diagnostic and /or therapeutic neuro and body interventional radiology procedures. The daily schedule includes both scheduled elective cases and emergent add-on cases which results in a fast changing and dynamic work environment. The IR nurse provides skilled nursing care and sedation services to patients during their time in the department. For inpatient ICU transfers, nursing care may include invasive hemodynamic monitoring, care and management of the ventilated patient, management of vaso active drips and care and management of EVD's. The IR nurse must be skilled in recognizing complications or changes in the patient's condition and in communicating and responding effectively in emergent situations. The department provides 24/7 services to patients via on-call staff.
Hiring Bonus up to $10,000 DOE and Relocation Package Available. Must begin work by March 31, 2024 to qualify.
$49.16-$78.18 per hour, based on RN Degree and level of experience
The OHSU Clinical registered nurse (RN) provides compassionate, evidence-based, and efficient care to individuals, families, communities and patient populations. The Clinical RN's care delivery is consistent with the Oregon Nurse Practice Act, the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and the ANA Code of Ethics. The Clinical RN demonstrates the professional role obligations of scientist, leader, and knowledge transferor [Onsomble Model of the Professional Role™]. Professional accountability enriches the Clinical RN's engagement as a leader in promoting an inter-professional culture of collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning, and teamwork. The Clinical RN exemplifies the principles of a Culture of Safety by committing to a Just Culture, a Reporting Culture, a Learning Culture, and an Engaged Informed Culture.
Department Specific Working Conditions:
- Requires the ability to ride the Arial tram throughout the day
- Requires the ability to tolerate moving throughout entire shift
- Requires the flexibility to stay focused and have your assignment changed several times throughout your shift
- Requires weekend and after hours call and ability to report to work within 30 min of being called – not required for Resource RN
Minimum requirements for all RNs.
*Current, unencumbered Oregon RN license
*Current BLS required at time of hire
- BLS must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network branch of AHA (upload documentation with online application)
- BLS must not expire during orientation or probation period, and must have the same expiration date (upload documentation with online application)
Nursing Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing for external hires; BSN preferred to internal candidates
Department Specific Requirements (competencies, equipment, certifications, etc.):
- Minimum 2 year Critical Care, PACU, ED, Procedural experience
- Confidence to work next to and communicate directly with physicians throughout the shift
- Excellent communication skills including active listening, the ability to engage with a diverse set of patient populations, and success with conflict management
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team while being collaborative in resolving problems
- Ability to successfully navigate complex patient care coordination needs independently
- Serve as a role model in supporting and promoting OHSU’s vision and mission
- Efficient time management to effectively move patients through the system
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Department Specific Preferences (competencies, certifications, etc.):
- Experience with caring for patients undergoing procedures and associated complications
- Knowledge/experience with radiation safety, fluoroscopy
- Knowledge/experience related to IR procedures including GIB, stroke, and trauma
- Experience as a Charge RN in a related setting (ICU, PACU, ED)
- Experience as a member of a Shared Governance council or committee
- Able to quickly and accurately assess patients’ conditions
- Able to efficiently handle emergencies and remain calm in stressful situations
- Maintain a professional demeanor at all times
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- High emotional intelligence and able to effectively direct self
- Attention to detail and time management skills
- Comfort managing and prioritizing competing demands
- Skillful at working with different personalities
- Effective at working within a multi-disciplinary team
- Able to provide constructive feedback to colleagues
- Effective at soliciting feedback from peers and engage in conflict resolution
- Able to use creative solutions to solve problems: find a way to say yes
Usual Orientation Time:
- Specialty Experience: 6-8 weeks
- Experience, but not in specialty area: 8-10 weeks
*Bonus Disclaimer: current RN employees at OHSU, Adventist Medical Center in Portland or Hillsboro Medical Center are not eligible for the hiring bonus.
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.
