Interventional Radiology RN – CT/MRI & Sedation
Seattle, Washington
Swedish Medical Center - Cherry Hill Campus

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Opportunity

Location: Seattle, Washington
Facility: Providence Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year
• Shift: Potential for 3x12 hour shifts (flexible)

Job Description

• Assist primarily in CT and MRI departments
• Support cardiac procedures, MRgFUS, and sedation
• Experience in Interventional Radiology (IR) and/or Cath Lab is helpful
• Average daily census:

  • 4 Coronary CT Angiograms (CCTA)
  • 5 MR procedures
• Visits per day: 10
• Rooms: 2
• Staffing ratio: 1:1

Unit & Procedure Details

• Coronary CTA
• MRgFUS (Magnetic Resonance Guided Focused Ultrasound)
• Pacemaker Programming (MRI compatible)
• Sedation Monitoring
• IV Support
• Contrast Allergy Monitoring

Equipment

• Pacemaker Interrogation

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)

Documentation System

• EPIC (required)

Licensing & Eligibility

• Active compact nursing license honored at all Swedish facilities
• Perm candidates from other Providence facilities (non-Swedish) eligible if separated for at least 3 months

Compliance & Requirements

Background Checks & Verifications

• Background check within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Education verification required for all candidates
• State-specific searches and registry checks as applicable (e.g., Washington WATCH, OBRA Registry for CNAs)
• NURSYS verification for RNs
• Drug screening: 10-panel within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment in relevant specialty within last 3 years

Health & Immunizations

• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
• Fit mask test (N95 or equivalent) required for travel starts after 2/5/2024
• Immunizations/vaccinations required or declination forms accepted for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • TB test (IGRA/TSPOT, QGold, or 2 PPDs within 12 months)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - 2 vaccines or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B (vaccination series or signed declination)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine (required during flu season, declination accepted)
  • COVID-19 vaccine or declination (required if onsite)
• Respiratory safety clearance required for travel starts after 2/5/2024

Skills & Competencies

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Unit-specific skills checklist (updated annually)
• Color blindness testing if required by unit
• Specialty competency exams (e.g., Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring for L&D RNs)

Facility & Regional Training Requirements

• Completion of Providence WorkRamp modules prior to start, including:

  • Core modules by profession and region
  • Specialty-specific modules for ER, L&D, leadership roles
  • Annual regulatory requirements
• Epic training modules required and must be completed within orientation period

Additional Notes

• Float policy acknowledgment required; may be asked to float to other Providence facilities nearby
• Documentation such as photo for badge, employment application (last 5 years), and skills checklists must be submitted and up to date
• Candidates with international education must provide transcripts/diplomas and may need additional education verification or CGFNS report

This position offers a specialized nursing role supporting advanced cardiac and MRI procedures in a well-equipped facility with a focus on patient safety and compliance. Candidates should be prepared for thorough credentialing and training requirements consistent with Providence Health and Services standards.