RN Radiology / Surgery

Hours and Schedule:

Usually works 5 shifts Monday through Friday ; nine (7) hours per day. Adjusts schedule for days of the week according to needs of the departments.

JOB SUMMARY

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Radiology/Surgery RN shall perform nursing care and duties necessary for maintaining quality Radiological and Surgical Standards of Nursing Practice to the patients presented for testing or procedures. The RN will promote teamwork with physicians and personnel, demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient, and abide by Radiological and Surgery regulations per hospital policy..

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Experience and Education:

Minimum: Graduated from an accredited School of Nursing. Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum: Staff RN – experience with outpatient procedures helpful

LICENSE / CERTIFICATIONS

Minimum: Currently licensed to practice nursing in the State of Missouri and in good standing with the

State Board of Nursing. Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Personal technology device to download application to enable access to hospital email by multi-factor authentication.

• Works carefully and precisely without creating unnecessary errors, pays close attention to details, completes necessary documents according to Hospital and departmental policy. Evaluates and follows-up on services provided and provides necessary services to those customers with whom the hospital serves.

• Displays sensitivity to needs of customers, supplies customers with emotional as well as technical clinical support, speaks in a positive, professional manner about customers and the hospital. Responds promptly to customer’s requests and needs in a timely fashion.

• Displays good organizational skills and utilizes time wisely, maintains a neat and orderly work environment. Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner and seeks additional work upon completion of assignments.

RN Radiology / Surgery

DEPARTMENT:

Imaging/Surgery FLSA STATUS: non-exempt MANAGEMENT APPROVAL: By: CNO DATE: 6.2023

Reports to:

Chief Nursing Officer USUAL BI-WEEKLY SCHEDULE: 72 hrs. per pay-period HR Approval: By: HR Director DATE: 6.2023

• Demonstrates good communication skills and empathy, willingly shares information and resources with co-workers. Takes the time to explain and exchange information with customers, and maintains composure under stress and continues to work effectively.

• Demonstrates positive relations in dealing with customers, promotes teamwork by working with other employees and departments to coordinate services. Assesses each situation before taking action, seeks assistance/guidance when necessary. Participates on committees/task force when requested.

• Observes Hospital guidelines concerning unscheduled absences so as not to result in disciplinary action and reports absences according to Hospital procedure, complies with Hospital policies concerning smoke breaks, rest breaks and meal breaks, and reports to work when scheduled according to department procedure. Is available to work as needed.

• Discusses personal, patient, and staff-related issues in a confidential manner and in the appropriate location and follows Hospital policy concerning Confidentiality of customers.

• Demonstrates professional development on the job as evidenced by completing a min. requirement for inservice and/or continuing education and attends mandatory inservices and licensing required inservice programs.

• Treats customers in an ethical manner, respects the dignity and individuality of customers. Demonstrates commitment to customers by putting their well-being before personal, financial, or procedural concerns.

• Respects the rights of others to privacy and confidentiality, and maintains professional demeanor at all times. Consistently exhibits a positive behavior of courtesy, respect, compassion, dignity, and integrity toward our customers. Maintains professional appearance at all times.

• Accepts accountability for own actions, works independently in a safe and appropriate manner, and responds appropriately to the needs of others. Supports the Hospital in an effort to maintain financial strength, adheres to Performance Compliance Standards, and, adheres to Hospital policies and procedures.

• Strives for excellence in performing job duties, examines processes in performing job duties to ensure quality and improvement, and seeks to continually improve services. Able to learn new skills and adapts well to changing healthcare environment.

• Seeks to advance and develop professional skills and knowledge, actively participates in Department/Facility continuing education, mandatory or elective, meets Med/Surg specific annual competencies, is aware of patient/family need for reassurance and provides for maximum emotional and spiritual support.

• Considers patient’s needs and individual relationships when making decisions regarding patient cares, and interprets and reinforces the care and philosophy of the department to the patient and family.

• Is flexible and responsive to the staffing needs of the department, charges/documents use of supplies/equipment and medication according to procedures and ensures proper use and care of supplies/equipment.

• Promotes teamwork/unit cohesiveness through appropriate behavior, communicates effectively with others and works collaboratively toward department and patient goals.

• Able to gain support from others as well as provide support when needed, maintains positive approach and constructive working relationships, even in the face of conflict and recognizes own limitations; seeks resources and consultations.

• May identify factors contributing to quality patient care and helps to identify methods for improving the quality of care by discussing with peers using evidence based practices and pursues potential quality improvement and growth opportunities for the organization.

• Implements and incorporates into practice the recommendations based on the results of Quality Improvement activities if applicable to the department.

• Appropriate knowledge and application of growth and development as relates to age group to which services are provided, could include pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

• Shares responsibilities for general care of the patients, to include promoting healthy lifestyle, anticipating potential side effects/reactions caused by the procedure being completed, and administering prescribed medications and treatments.

Hours and Schedule:

Usually works 5 shifts Monday through Friday ; nine (7) hours per day. Adjusts schedule for days of the week according to needs of the departments.

Responsibilities:

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• Follows policies in regard to blood/body fluid precautions, fire safety, hazardous chemicals and infection control, utilizes protective devices, walker, wheelchair, bed side rails if hospital bed is used, as appropriate for patient safety in accordance with departmental policy and Safe Patient Handling.

• Complies with all safety requirements for Fire Safety, demonstrates knowledge of all procedures concerning radiation safety and applies all standard safety precautions as needed.

• Follows safety procedures and responds appropriately to emergency situations, identifies and appropriately reports hazards, and completes an Event Report of appropriate situations according to policy.

• Plans, implements, and evaluates care of patient coordinating care with other staff or providers, prepare patient/family, records, and other resources used for procedure according to departmental protocol and prioritizes the nursing care plan with sensitivity to patient needs.

• Recognizes teaching and learning needs of the patient and family, if applicable and plans to meet these needs; may include instruction on medications, disease process, diet, activity, treatments and referral agencies as ordered by physician.

• Provides discharge instructions for after care, per physician’s orders to prevent complications, and keeps patient/family informed, answers questions, or concerns, considering all aspects of care to deliver family centered care.

• Accurately administers medications by appropriate route as ordered, competent in frequent IV starts and maintains accurate documentation of controlled substances.

• Charting and documentation is performed in a timely manner, accurate with all appropriate patient information for billing and uses supplies appropriately and judiciously.

• Will attain pre-procedure assessment of patient, including patient preparation review and expectations of procedure, assesses each patient in a systematic method using all steps of the nursing process.

• Monitoring the patient’s cardiac rhythm before, during, and after procedures for anomalies, documents ongoing assessment and validation of patient response to nursing and medical intervention.

• Maintains accurate record of nursing observations and care; to include the patient’s response to treatments, medication and prescribed activity, vital signs and general condition and maintains accurate records of administration of medications.

• When applicable written documentation/labeling is legible, using correct spelling of medical terminology, with forms signed appropriately.

• Appropriate and comprehensive documentation of the patient care on the electronic health record.

• Knowing history, medications, and recent events that may impact patient’s reaction to procedure, including pain and symptom relief, has knowledge of patient’s condition at all times and keeps team members, physicians and supervisors/directors accurately informed.

• Labels all medications and medication containers for example: (syringes, medicine cups, vials or medication bags/bottles).

• Charging and Restocking supplies used for patient procedure, check crash cart, temperature logs, and glucometers.

• Scan charts to electronic health record and radiology system.

• Performs other duties as requested.

ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT’

WITH BCMH STANDARDS

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Activity:

• Must be able to see patients well enough to determine skin color, facial expressions and to read monitors and chart information.

• Must be able to hear sufficiently to carry on conversation with patient at distances of 30 feet and when not in direct eye contact with the patient (i.e., behind dividing curtain in room).

• Must be able to hear well enough to talk on telephone, answer intercom, and determine emergency call signals.

• Must be able to speak and communicate in English with patients, families, and staff.

• Must have touch sensation to determine skin temperature and temperature of liquids to prevent burn injuries to patients.

• May require being on feet majority of shift; standing, stooping, bending, reaching.

Lifting Requirements:

• Minimum lifting: 5 lbs.

• Maximum lifting: 75 lbs. to move

Working Conditions:

• Adequate heating, cooling and ventilation, and work space to perform duties

Hazards and Risks:

• Varies depending on area working.

• Subjected to health (communicable and infectious diseases, contaminates from equipment processed, body fluids and tissues) and safety risks (contact with violent and combative patients, burns from sterilizers, hazardous materials, electrical hazards from equipment, anesthetic agents).