RN, Diagnostic Imaging at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Critical Care Nursing, ED Nursing, Procedural Nursing, Radiology Nursing, Interpersonal Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Time Management, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, IV Placement, Sedation Experience, Cardiac Imaging, ECG Interpretation, Patient Care, Nursing Standards, Electronic Health Records

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview The Registered Nurse working as a member of the Diagnostic Imaging team provides nursing services to patients in all Imaging modalities, including sedation services and pre-, intra, and post-procedure care. This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include: Comprehensive health care plans. Covered at 100% of the cost for full-time employees and 88% for dependents. $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee Two separate above market pension plans to choose from Vacation - 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid – included in vacation accruals) Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran) Tuition Reimbursement Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources Function/Duties of Position Patient populations include ambulatory patients, day patients, inpatients, and patients in off-site locations. DI RNs care for patients who need scans or procedures in Ultrasound, CT, MRI, General Radiology/Fluoroscopy, and PET/CT. Imaging departments are located at OHSU Marquam campus, KPV, PPV, SJH, DCH, CHH, and off-site clinics (currently, Beaverton is our only off-site campus). Hours of operation are seven (7) days a week from 0700-2030. RN-to-patient staffing ratios are variable. Staffing needs are dynamic and may change during or between shifts based on add-on sedation procedures and add-on recoveries from all Imaging modalities. All Intensive Care Unit patients receive care that is compliant with the OHSU Adult Intensive Care Unit standards of care. Diagnostic Imaging nurses provide total nursing care: No CNAs, LPNs, or HUC coverage is available. The Diagnostic Imaging RN is expected to practice in accordance with the professional practice standards and core values, maintain a current knowledge base relevant to the area of practice and governing agencies, and model a commitment to service excellence. Care is provided to patients of all ages. The RN must be able to travel to Diagnostic Imaging department locations via aerial tram and to/from off-site locations (currently the Beaverton Imaging location). Staff cover services in all Diagnostic Imaging locations. The RN is responsible for patient communication regarding pre-, intra, and post-imaging-related care/information. Required Qualifications Minimum of two years of experience in critical care, ED, procedural, pre/post, or radiology nursing. BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date. ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date. Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) BLS must not expire during orientation Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation A minimum score of 11/18 on OHSU's Nurse Interview Evaluation Tool. Current IV placement experience Must be able to travel by Aerial Tram between Marquam Hill and CHH location Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, time management, and communication skills. Computer skills, including the ability to send/receive email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information and tools Preferred Qualifications ARIN Certification (Association for Radiologic and Imaging Nursing) Cardiac nursing experience, understanding of ECG rhythm and interpretation Cardiac imaging procedure experience (medication administration and monitoring) Procedural Sedation experience Current experience with central line evaluation and maintenance (port access/de-access, PICC, etc.) Experience with Diagnostic Imaging pre-, intra, and post-procedure care requirements. Additional Details Length of Orientation – Experienced Nurse External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week. Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience for 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply.

Responsibilities

The RN provides nursing services to patients in various Imaging modalities, including sedation services and pre-, intra-, and post-procedure care. They are responsible for patient communication regarding imaging-related care and must travel between locations as needed.