Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Schedule & Shift Details

• Monday to Friday, Day shift (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
• 40 hours per week (5x8 hour shifts)
• Every other weekend required
• Call requirement: 1-2 days per week
• Floating within facility/scope of practice as needed
• Expected to work major holidays if they fall during assignment (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day)

Patient Population & Unit Information

• Adults to Geriatrics
• Unit type: Interventional Radiology (IR)
• Patient ratio: 5 rooms; 8 beds
• Unit systems: Epic (preferred), Pyxis, PACS, SBAR

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Georgia
• Minimum 2 years of Interventional Radiology nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• ACLS certification
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time; delays may result in a 2-week pushback due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Non-billable orientation hours depend on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Clinical screening required to determine clinical fit before final approval

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months (with additional requirements if past positive)
• Annual TB questionnaire required
• Immunizations or proof of immunity required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer or signed declination)
• Flu vaccine or signed declination required during flu season (Nov 1 – Mar 31)
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (includes amphetamines, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, cocaine, opiates, methadone, PCP, propoxyphene, THC)

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (required by agency)
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (required for Telemetry and related units)
• Color blind testing required; alternative assessment available if needed

Documentation & Verification

• Background check required within 30 days of start, including education verification and criminal history
• Education verification of related degree required (can be pending with proof of processing)
• Two clinical references required
• Verification of most recent work history required (can be pending with proof of processing)
• Skills checklist updated within 12 months

Additional Notes

• Scrub color provided by the facility
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance policies prior to start

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized Interventional Radiology unit with a supportive team and structured orientation process. Ideal for RNs with IR experience seeking a travel contract in Georgia.