Diagnostic Radiology RN
Bend, Oregon
Saint Charles Bend Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Diagnostic Radiology Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Bend, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Role: Diagnostic Radiology RN
• Responsibilities:

  • Administer moderate sedation
  • Collaborate with anesthesiologists
  • Work in CT, Ultrasound, X-Ray, and MRI departments
  • Float to Pre-Surgery Clinic for pre-procedural phone screenings when Diagnostic Radiology shifts are unavailable
• Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (variable days Monday through Friday)
• Weekend Requirement: Approximately every 5 weeks, on-call 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Oregon
• Minimum 1 year of Radiology experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one successful travel assignment
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience working with Pediatric and Neonate patients
• Experience in a Clinic setting
• Certifications issued by the American Heart Association:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Moderate Sedation certification
• Skills and knowledge in:

  • 12 Lead EKG
  • End-Tidal CO2 monitoring
  • Malignant Hyperthermia Protocols
  • Monitoring Procedural Sedation
  • Radiation and Laser Safety
  • MRI Safety
  • Bone Biopsy assistance
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Additional Requirements

• Must comply with a 75-mile radius rule (locals not accepted)
• No pending licenses accepted
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions: Total of 7 days allowed
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, education verification, and transcript/diploma on file
• Health documents required:

  • Physical exam within 1 year
  • Immunizations and titers (TDAP, TB test or chest X-ray, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella)
  • Negative 12-panel drug screen within 90 days
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or declination during flu season
  • COVID vaccine preferred but not required; declination or exemption required if unvaccinated
  • Respiratory safety clearance annually
• Facility-specific documents and competency exams required prior to start
• Photo for badge required within 48 hours of signing

Scheduling & Other Notes

• Open to accommodating block schedules
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs (pre-surgical phone screenings)

This position is ideal for experienced Diagnostic Radiology RNs with prior travel contract experience who are comfortable with moderate sedation and working across multiple imaging modalities.