Registered Nurse IR
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- Location: Nashville, TN
- Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
- Department: Interventional Radiology
- Schedule: Day Shift l PRN
- Assist physicians during minimally invasive, image-guided cardiovascular and diagnostic procedures while maintaining a sterile field.
- Administer moderate sedation, manage complex patient monitoring, and quickly react to changing clinical conditions in real time.
- Deliver specialized pre-procedure preparation, post-sheath removal recovery, and thorough access-site monitoring to ensure patient safety.
- Provide clear, compassionate patient and family education regarding procedure steps, sedation expectations, and post-discharge recovery guidelines.
- Coordinate interdisciplinary care across radiology, surgical teams, and inpatient units to streamline patient flow and optimize discharge planning.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Preferred Credential(s):
- Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.