- Specialty
- Interventional Radiology
- Type
- Travel
Job description
Responsibilities
Interventional Radiology RNs (IR RNs) are involved with the assessment, planning, and care of patients who undergo diagnostic, interventional, and therapeutic procedures. The IR RNs complete comprehensive patient assessment specific to the clinical area/unit. IR RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Perform moderate and deep sedation on patients and conduct appropriate monitoring, assessments, interventions, and documentation
- Prepare patients for procedures by providing ongoing education to the patient and to the family members
- Delegate tasks appropriately within scope of practice and perform necessary follow-up