Clinical RN or GN w/Permit (Radiology RN) in Odessa, Texas at Medical Center Hospital

Position Summary:

Provides nursing care for patients requiring radiological services; assesses patient condition; assists radiologists, physicians and department staff. Performs such duties that will maintain and improve the quality of patient care; recommends policy procedures and performs PI and risk management activities related to the radiology departmental patient care. Participates in performance improvement activities.

Position Summary:

Provides nursing care for patients requiring radiological services; assesses patient condition; assists radiologists, physicians and department staff. Performs such duties that will maintain and improve the quality of patient care; recommends policy procedures and performs PI and risk management activities related to the radiology departmental patient care. Participates in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications:

A. Education: Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred.

B. Training and Experience:

1. Current BLS certifications required through American Heart Association upon hire or transfer to department.
2. Complete the following competencies within 3 months of hire or transfer to department
3. Moderate sedation competency completed within 3 months of hire or transfer to department.
4. ACLS and/or PALS within 3 months of hire or transfer to department.
5. One year of RN experience in critical care setting preferred.
6. Complete the Customer Service course within 3 months of hire required.
7. Successful completion of hospital and nursing orientation within 3 months of hire required.

C. Job Knowledge:

Comprehensive knowledge of general nursing procedures including IV therapy and patient care monitoring devices. Performance improvement and adult education principles helpful.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

1. Occasionally required to lift and position patients for procedures.

1. Job has the potential for exposure to infectious diseases and radiation.