Delivers direct nursing care to a variety of patients receiving diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures in the radiology environment. This care involves pre-procedural, intra-procedural and post-procedural responsibilities. The RN is responsible for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of all patient care within the department including patient/family/significant other education.
ResponsibilitiesPRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*Essential Functions)
JOB SPECIFICATIONS (Minimum Requirements)KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and in writing.
- Demonstrates flexibility in meeting unanticipated demands and priorities.
- Demonstrates good interpersonal skills using tact and diplomacy in interacting with staff, clients, and the public.
- Ability to perform in a crisis.
- Ability to participate in planning and arranging work as a team member.
- Capable of functioning independently pertaining to patient care and equipment functions.
- Working knowledge of EKG interpretation, hemodynamic pressure recording/interpretation, sterile technique, imaging special procedures equipment and supplies, computer skills adequate to document nursing notes electronically and access hospital information systems.
EDUCATION
- Associates Nursing Required
EXPERIENCE
- 1 yr Nursing experience Required
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
- Licensed IN Registered Nurse Required
- Certified Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Required
- Certified Advance Cardiac Life Required
STANDARDS OF BEHAVIORMeets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCEDemonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Nursing
- At least 1 year of nursing experience
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Certified Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation
- Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Knowledge of EKG interpretation
- Knowledge of hemodynamic pressure recording and interpretation
- Knowledge of sterile technique and imaging special procedures equipment
- Electronic nursing documentation and hospital information system skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to function independently and respond effectively in crises
What We Do
Methodist Hospitals is a nonprofit healthcare organization serving Northwest Indiana. Its mission is to provide compassionate, quality health care to all those in need. The organization operates three campuses with 562 inpatient beds and employs 2,412 people, including 590 physicians and allied health professionals. It provides hospital and medical services while emphasizing patient care, physician practice, employee experience, and community health.
