Interventional Radiology RN
Cape Girardeau, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Interventional Radiology RN for a days schedule position requiring at least 1 year of IR experience and a MO or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the Interventional Radiology department of a 269-bed hospital, including a dedicated IR angiosuite and 5-bed IR holding area
• Cares for patients undergoing invasive and non-invasive procedures in IR, Ultrasound, CT, MRI, and Diagnostic Imaging
• 1:1 patient ratio in Imaging
• Uses Nihonkohden patient monitors
• Currently charts in Cerner, transitioning to Epic in October 2024
• Days schedule, 5x8-hour shifts, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Weekend hours as needed
• On-call rotation required
• Floating required as needed
• Rotating holiday coverage

Requirements

• Active RN license (Missouri or Compact) required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS required; ARNA certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent Interventional Radiology nursing experience required
• Critical care nursing background preferred, with ability to perform well under pressure
• Strong English communication skills (reading, writing, speaking) required
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required
• No employment gaps of 90+ days within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care and monitoring while patients are in the Imaging department, including vital signs, IV maintenance, and medication administration under physician direction
• Maintain and monitor emergency equipment, supplies, and crash cart drug inventory in the Imaging department
• Serve as liaison between the Imaging department and patient care division, including documentation and communication of condition changes
• Assist with various imaging procedures and interact with patients across diverse age groups and backgrounds
• Surgical scrubs provided for the procedure area; street clothes are not acceptable attire
• Flu vaccination or Mercy-approved exemption required for all travelers from November 1 through April 1
• Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed, must be made up during the assignment
• Local candidates accepted, though bill rate differs for those within 50 miles of the facility
• First-time travelers may be considered