Radiology Nurse - PerDiem - Day

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Knowledge and Skills:Possesses interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients and their families. Strong verbal and written communicate skills. Special Training: Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities:Ability to organize care and/or activities of multiple patients. Possesses ability to assess data reflective of patient status and interpret appropriate information needed to identify patient requirements relative to his/her age specific needs. Usual Work Day:8 Hours Delivers quality nursing care to meet the health, physical, emotional, and educational needs of a patient undergoing a diagnostic or minor radiologic procedure. Plans and provides unique and individualized comfort measures utilizing intuitive and innovative approaches which are scientifically based. Fosters an environment to include the core mission. Assesses patient condition and status by interviewing patient, performing physical examination, and continuously monitoring the patients condition and ability to tolerate the diagnostic exam. Reviews medical history and records addresses any potential problems prior to testing, discussing all concerns with the physician before, during and, or after the diagnostic exam/procedure. Facilitates communication of information to all members of the health team. Assists patients and families to understand the current diagnostic exam and alternatives when appropriate. Provides information and interpretation of the patient's condition and offers coping mechanisms. Assesses how much information a patient wants and needs using a vocabulary and approach that enables the patient to comprehend given information. Formulates and documents a discharge plan that maximizes the patient's ability to continue with all ADL's after their exam. Mobilizes resources in complex cases to maximize patient's control and participation during all aspect of testing. Collaborates with radiologist, administrative director and modality staff to discuss alternatives to care in preparation for their diagnostic exam. Develops an individualized teaching plan independently and incorporates aspects of cultural diversity specific to the patient as required. Confers with the radiologist, and modality administration/ staff regarding special needs of patient and family upon arrival and discharge. Integrates assessment and diagnostic information with intuition to foresee potential age-specific healthcare needs. Anticipates deterioration while recognizing the importance of reacting quickly before the evidence is convincing in terms of changes in vital signs and measurable outcomes. Thoroughly and accurately documents clinical changes, interventions, and outcomes both expected and unexpected. Ensures handoff communication includes a report in terms of the situations most likely to develop and the problems awaiting resolution between the in and out patient setting Administers medications accurately and safely. Documents patient's records according to the nursing process, ANA Code for Nurses, and Capital Health System Patient Service

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Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time). Pay Range: $43.90 - $59.69 Position Overview MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education:Graduate of accredited School of Nursing. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or Bachelor's Degree (BS) preferred. Experience:One year critical care experience or training. Other Credentials:AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider,Registered Nurse - NJ CPR Requirements: Requires ACLS (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Critical Care/Intermediate/Telemetry, Emergency Rooms, Pediatrics/Pediatrics Emergency Room, Labor & Delivery, Surgical Services (not to include Perioperative), Interventional Procedures, Observation. Requires NRP (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Maternity Services Requires PALS (or must obtain within 6 months of hire date) if assigned to: Emergency Rooms, Infant Follow-Up, Surgical Services (only PACU & Same Day Surgery), Pediatrics/Pediatric ED.

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