RN Interventional Radiology

PRN; per diem, as needed

N. 27th Ave @ W. Beardsley Rd

Overview
At HonorHealth you will be part of a multi‑dimensional care experience for patients and have opportunities to make a difference. HonorHealth is a major healthcare system serving Arizona with a broad network of hospitals, medical groups, research, education and community services.

Responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY

The RN’s practice is guided by the ANA Standard for Professional Nurse and Code of Ethics. The RN records patient medical history and symptoms, performs diagnostic tests and analyzes results, operates medical equipment, administers treatments and medications, and helps with patient follow‑up and rehabilitation. The RN establishes a care plan or contributes to an existing plan, checks dosages, manages IV lines, administers therapies, observes patients, records observations, and consults with physicians and other clinicians. The RN teaches patients and families how to manage illnesses or injuries, explains post‑treatment and home‑care needs, diet, nutrition and exercise, and medication self‑administration. The RN provides direction to licensed practical nurses and aides and delegates when appropriate. The RN supports clinical knowledge advancement, precepts new hire staff and students, assists them to complete competency tasks, enhances nursing management knowledge, and promotes a healthy work environment through evidence‑based, shared governance practice.

All RN staff who have direct responsibility for the care of stroke patients must have knowledge of:

Stroke symptoms and warning signs

Protocols and pathways used to identify, evaluate and manage stroke patients

NIHSS

Stroke Alert activation and protocol

Stroke quality indicators

Available stroke patient education materials and community resources

Educational requirements

Stroke Center website resources

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collect health data systematically and prioritize based on patient condition, involving the family; analyze assessment data to develop, implement, evaluate and revise an appropriate patient plan of care that is family centered and culturally relevant.

Identify expected outcomes and develop plans of care that are individualized, evidence‑based and provide continuity of care.

Implement interventions, initiate treatments, medications, emergency and resuscitative measures using standing orders, policies, and procedures.

Provide nursing care that meets physical, emotional, spiritual and social‑cultural needs of patient and family using a family‑centered approach.

Evaluate patient progress toward outcomes, document observations, interventions and monitoring data, and evaluate quality and effectiveness of care plan.

Maintain current knowledge in nursing practice and evaluate nursing practice against professional standards, statutes and policies.

Integrate ethical principles and enhance knowledge of cultural diversity needs for specific populations.

Collaborate with others in nursing development and participate in preceptor/mentor programs to create a quality practice environment.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care delivery.

Develop and evaluate evidence‑based standards of care, identify changes, adopt and adapt to new practices, and support research integration into practice.

Consider safety, effectiveness, and cost factors in planning and delivering patient care by utilizing resources efficiently.

Education

Associate’s degree or Diploma in Nursing. All staff with direct responsibility for stroke care refer to the addendum for stroke specific education requirements -

Required .

All Diploma and ADN hires must complete a BSN within 60 months of hire OR have 5 or more years of RN experience (direct or indirect) at the time of hire. -

Required .

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) Preferred.

Experience

10 months med‑surg or acute specialty setting Preferred.

1 year RN experience for all Float Positions -

Required .

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse (RN) state/compact licensure in Arizona upon hire -

Required .

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and unit‑specific certification as required by specialty area -

Required .

National certification for unit‑specific patient population. Preferred.

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