Interventional Radiology RN
New Orleans, LA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse – Interventional Radiology (Travel/Contract)

Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Work in Interventional Radiology alongside IR attendings, IR fellows, and radiology residents (resident coverage 24/7).
• Shift: Day shift, 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM (12-hour shifts), 3 shifts per week (Sat, Sun, Mon or Fri, Sat, Sun rotation).
• Overnight call rotation required.
• Float within the unit as needed.
• Every other weekend coverage required.
• Average daily census: 5-6 patients per room.
• Staffing ratio: 1 nurse to 6 patients.
• Must be able to handle workload independently and be competent to start immediately.
• No first-time travelers accepted.
• Epic electronic health record experience required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana.
• Minimum of 1 year of Interventional Radiology experience within the last year.
• Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current ACLS certification.
• Circulator experience in Interventional Radiology.
• Experience with conscious sedation administration.
• Telemetry monitoring experience.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with infants and pediatrics.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification.
• NIH certification.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).
• Level 1 trauma experience.
• Scrub experience.
• Neuro IR experience.
• ICU, Emergency Department, or Telemetry Step-Down experience.

Important Job Requirements

• Must participate in an Emergency Team if assigned during emergency events, which may require staying at the facility until the event passes or serving on a relief team.
• Call and float responsibilities within the unit are mandatory.

Background and Compliance Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start and updated monthly.
• Sex offender search required within 30 days of start and updated monthly.
• Education verification of highest level completed.
• License verification and NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start, initiated within 24-48 hours of offer acceptance.
• Physical exam within 12 months indicating good health.
• Fit mask testing within one year of start; onsite fit testing available if needed.
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella – positive IGG titer or completed vaccine series.
  • Hepatitis B – positive surface antibody/IGG titer, completed vaccine series, or booster after negative titer.
  • Varicella – positive IGG titer or completed vaccine series.
  • Tdap (Tetanus/Diphtheria) required for certain units (ED, Pediatrics, Mother/Baby, NICU).
• Negative TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months, updated annually; if positive, additional documentation required.
• Seasonal flu vaccination, declination, or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Mar 31).

Documentation Requirements

• Current/valid driver’s license or government photo ID (color copy).
• Full-color passport-style photo for badge (taken within last 6 months).
• Resume/application with 7 years of employment history and explanation for gaps.
• Skills checklist updated annually.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum years of specialty experience: Not explicitly stated, but no first-time travelers accepted (implies prior travel experience required).
• Prior travel experience: Required (no first-time travelers).

Summary

This is a travel Registered Nurse position in Interventional Radiology requiring strong independent skills, prior travel experience, and specific certifications (ACLS, BLS). The role involves day shifts with call and float duties, working with a multidisciplinary team in a high-acuity environment. Candidates must be prepared to participate in emergency response teams and meet comprehensive background, health, and compliance requirements.