Job Description:

Employment Type:Full time
Shift:





Description:


Full Time: 9am-5:30pm (Monday - Friday)




$5, 000 Sign On Bonus




Position Purpose: The radiology nurse's role requires a high level of knowledge, expertise and independence because the department provides services to a wide variety of patients with diverse needs and about whom information may be limited. Radiology nurses routinely start or check peripheral IVs, assess infusaports, administer medications, monitor vital signs, suction patients, insert foleys and help patients with their personal needs.



What you will do:




Performs nursing activities in the Diagnostic Radiology, CT and MRI areas.


* Interacts efficiently, professionally and courteously with all contacts.
* Verifies patient orders, proper procedure, patient identification, and assures appropriate
consent(s) have been obtained before proceeding with any procedure.
* Proficiently establishes intravenous (IV) access in preparation for studies
requiring IV contrast injections.
* Monitors patients undergoing procedures, appropriately administers medications/contrast
media and accurately documents activities.
* Recognizes signs and symptoms of allergy/contrast reaction and responds
appropriately.
* Practices proper sterile technique and adheres to infection control guidelines.


*Provides appropriate post procedure care and discontinue IV site


*Assists in the performance of Interventional Radiology procedures.
* Interacts efficiently, professionally and courteously with all contacts.
* Verifies patient orders, proper procedure, patient identification, and assures appropriate consent(s) have been obtained before proceeding with any procedure.
* Possesses working knowledge of procedures performed, including scheduling, indications,
technical accomplishment and potential risks/complications.
* Monitors patients undergoing procedures, appropriately administers medications/contrast
media and accurately documents activities.
* Proficiently establishes intravenous (IV) access as needed.
* Proficiently sets up and maintains pressure lines.
* Anticipates changes in patient condition based on knowledge of procedures and disease
processes.
* Instructs patients regarding procedure and post procedure care.



Minimum Qualifications:



* Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.
* Minimum of two years' experience in a critical care or radiology area required.
* Meets all required optional and non-optional criteria for Level II as defined at Ladder Program in the in the Radiology Department at Holy Cross Hospital.



Licensure:

* Licensed RN in the State of Florida is required. Bachelor of Nursing is preferred. (BSN)
* Current BLS, ACLS are required.



Position Highlights and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance.


• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.


• We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions.

Ministry/Facility Information:

• Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health.


• We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care.


• We are the only Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties and are not for profit. We are part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Together, we serve people and communities in 21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8 million visits annually.


• Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work


• Retirement savings program with employer matching
  

Legal Info



We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.



Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion



Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law. Apply Now