RN, Registered Nurse Specialist - Interventional Radiology

Company: Mount Carmel Health System
Location: Columbus
Posted on: September 17, 2020

Job Description:

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Why Mount Carmel? With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide. We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing.-- What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one
• Generous paid time off programs
• Relocation assistance for eligible new colleagues
• Employee recognition incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities' at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing Why Columbus? The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest - ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com! About the job: The RN Specialist, Radiology within the scope of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, oversees and coordinates nursing care for the patients in the Department of Radiology. What you will do:
• Responsibilities include assessing and identifying patient needs, implementing appropriate intervention, and evaluating and documenting outcomes.
• Acts as a liaison between Patient Care Services and the Department of Radiology Services.
• Assists physicians / technologists as required during diagnostic / therapeutic procedures.
• Assists in the orientation of new staff (nursing, technologists, and patient transporters).
• Evaluates standards of patient care in Radiology Department.
• Functions as a patient advocate.
• Maintains inventory of medication in collaboration with Department of Pharmacy.
• Participates in On-Call coverage as applicable. What we are looking for:
• Education: Graduate from school of nursing
• Licensure / Certification: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio, required.
• Experience: A minimum of two years medical / surgical experience. Critical care experience preferred or Radiology RN certification.
• Current CPR certification required. ACLS required within 3 months of hire date.
• Demonstrates a broad knowledge of nursing and the ability to apply new skills and techniques, with ability to make decisions under stress and critical situations -- Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law. Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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