Interventional Radiology RN
Newark, New Jersey
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology

Location: Newark, New Jersey
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Minimum Experience Required: 2 years
• Licenses Required: ARRT-R (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Radiography) and BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Call Schedule: Every 3rd weekend
• First-time travelers and local candidates are welcome
• Scrubs color: Green/Teal
• Average patient census: 13
• Charting system: Epic

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in New Jersey
• Valid ARRT-R license
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum 1 year of Interventional Radiology experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS: Required and must be current (AHA, RQI, or instructor cards accepted)
• ACLS: Required for Interventional Radiology RNs (AHA, RQI, or instructor cards accepted)
• IV Certification: Required for all RNs except those in OR specialties; must be current by 6/1/2026
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Required for all RNs; must be completed within 72 hours of signing and valid within 12 months of start
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required for applicable units including Interventional Radiology; must be completed within 72 hours of signing and valid within 12 months of start
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication): Pharmacology and Basic EKG exams required for clinical staff; candidates have 3 attempts to pass
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement: Proof of OSHA, HIPAA & Joint Commission annual training required
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Required for all RNs & LPNs
• Color Blind Testing: Required within one year of start if job tasks require color discrimination; 80%+ passing score required
• Competency Exam: Must be completed within 72 hours of signing; valid within 12 months of start

Health & Background Requirements

• Background Check: Criminal background check required within 30 days of start; must include all aliases and locations worked/lived in past 7 years
• Drug Screen: Negative 10-panel drug screen required within 30 days of start
• Physical Exam: Required within 12 months of start; must clear candidate to perform essential job functions and confirm free of communicable disease
• TB Testing: Negative TB test or chest X-ray required within 3 months of start; additional requirements if history of positive TB
• Immunizations:

  • Influenza vaccine or approved medical/religious exemption required annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) immunity proof required
  • Varicella immunity proof required
  • Hepatitis B immunity proof or vaccination compliance required
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccination within past 10 years required
• Respiratory Medical Clearance: Required prior to start; on-site fit testing mandatory
• Fit Test: Required if job tasks involve respirator use or glove wearing; must be completed on-site
• Latex Allergy Screening: Required within one year of start if applicable

Additional Requirements

• References: Two references within last 2 years; at least one managerial reference
• Employment History: Resume or application with 7 years of work history required
• Skills Checklist: Must be completed and updated annually
• Work History Verification: Minimum 1 year prior to start date verified for New Jersey candidates
• Facility-Specific Policies: Floating policy and annual education sign-off required for every new assignment
• Annual Education: Candidates must review and sign off on annual education materials prior to start

Schedule & Work Environment

• Call every 3rd weekend
• Average census of 13 patients
• Use of Epic electronic charting system
• Scrubs color: Green/Teal

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Candidates must comply with all state and facility-specific licensing and credentialing requirements.
• All certifications must be current and valid at the time of assignment start.
• Candidates with name changes must provide proof and ensure all documentation matches legal names.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic Radiology/Cardiology environment with a reputable healthcare system in Newark, NJ. Candidates should be prepared for weekend call and meet all licensing, certification, and health requirements.