RN, Diagnostic Imaging in Portland, Oregon at Portland, OR (Waterfront)

Diagnostic Imaging nurses provide total nursing care: No CNAs, LPNs, or HUC coverage is available. The Diagnostic Imaging RN is expected to practice in accordance with the professional practice standards and core values, maintain a current knowledge base relevant to the area of practice and governing agencies, and model a commitment to service excellence. Care is provided to patients of all ages.

Department Specific Working Conditions:

The RN must be able to travel to Diagnostic Imaging department locations via aerial tram and to/from off-site locations (currently the Beaverton Imaging location). Staff cover services in all Diagnostic Imaging locations. The RN is responsible for patient communication regarding pre-, intra, and post-imaging-related care/information.

• Minimum of two years of experience in critical care, ED, procedural, pre/post, or radiology nursing.
• BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date.
• ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
• Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• BLS must not expire during orientation
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Department Specific Requirements:

• A minimum score of 11/18 on OHSU's Nurse Interview Evaluation Tool.
• Current IV placement experience
• Must be able to travel by Aerial Tram between Marquam Hill and CHH location

• ARIN Certification (Association for Radiologic and Imaging Nursing)
• Cardiac nursing experience, understanding of ECG rhythm and interpretation
• Cardiac imaging procedure experience (medication administration and monitoring)
• Procedural Sedation experience
• Current experience with central line evaluation and maintenance (port access/de-access, PICC, etc.)
• Experience with Diagnostic Imaging pre-, intra, and post-procedure care requirements.