Overview
- Compassionate, innovative, versatile are traits of the Radiology (MRI) Registered Nurse (RN). We are looking for a professional, compassionate RN with excellent clinical, communication and interpersonal skills.Join our team of highly efficient, skilled and cohesive members, who are instrumental in providing patient education and preparation for imaging and/or procedures in order to obtain the necessary information required for next steps in diagnosis or treatment. Staff are responsible for collaborating with inpatient and ambulatory physicians and nurses to facilitate excellent patient care.Radiology offers a wide variety of opportunities not only for personal and professional growth but for work/life balance as well. We offer flexible schedules, cross-training, minimal on-call shifts and holiday rotations. Come join the Radiology Team at a Magnet-designated hospital, ranked as one of America's 50 Best, where we utilize evidence-based practices in our standards of care in order to maintain the high-quality standards of the Carle Health Institution.
Qualifications
License/Certifications:
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 1 year - American Heart Association (AHA); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Education
H.S. Diploma/GED
Responsibilities
Other Knowledge/Skills:
Performs all nursing responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice by following department policies and procedures in accordance with accrediting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines. Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and based on patient and family needs. Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation. Manages care of patients during moderate sedation and Phase I/II anesthesia recovery. Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the health care team. Recognizes and responds to any adverse or allergic reactions including change is patient status requiring nursing assistance. Reviews cases with the radiologist/physician when appropriate. Takes responsibility for patient, visitor, employee and environmental safety. Reports and corrects safety events immediately including those that are a near miss. Responsible for maintaining equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner. Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of Charge RN/Supervisor or Imaging Coordinator in their absence. Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. Offer constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution. Perform additional expectations of a RN 2 per RN ladder. Participates in QA/QC programs. Directs personnel in maintaining standards set out by accrediting bodies, licensure and safety guidelines. Aids in the annual review and periodic updates of department policies and protocols. Serves as a technical resource/subject matter expert for staff, management and physicians. Meets performance standards as established by department/organization benchmarking.
About Us
Find it here.
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
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. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
