Registered Nurse (RN) - Interventional Radiology
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Kingman, AZ
4x10 hrs, Days

Position Summary

The Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse (IR RN) provides specialized nursing care to patients undergoing minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic image-guided procedures. The IR RN works collaboratively with interventional radiologists, technologists, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure patient safety, comfort, and high-quality outcomes before, during, and after procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-Procedure Care
  • Assess and prepare patients for interventional procedures, including reviewing medical history, allergies, lab results, and pre-procedure instructions.
  • Obtain informed consent and ensure patient understanding of procedures.
  • Establish and maintain intravenous (IV) access; administer medications as ordered.
• Intra-Procedure Care
  • Assist the interventional radiologist during procedures by circulating, monitoring, and documenting patient status.
  • Administer moderate sedation and monitor vital signs, level of consciousness, and comfort throughout procedures.
  • Maintain sterile technique and assist with equipment setup and troubleshooting.
• Post-Procedure Care
  • Provide recovery care, including monitoring for complications and ensuring hemostasis at puncture sites.
  • Educate patients and families on post-procedure care, discharge instructions, and follow-up requirements.
  • Document all aspects of care accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Additional Duties
  • Participate in emergency response situations (e.g., code events).
  • Maintain competency in radiology-specific nursing skills and sedation practices.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and workflow efficiency.
  • Comply with regulatory and infection control standards.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).

Licensure/Certification:

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in [State].

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (required).

   

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of critical care, emergency, or perioperative nursing experience (required).
• Prior interventional radiology or cardiac cath lab experience (preferred).

Skills and Abilities

• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with moderate sedation and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively in high-pressure or emergent situations.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Competence in electronic documentation and radiology information systems.