Hybrid RN, Diagnostic Imaging chez Oregon Health & Science University
Oregon Health & Science University · Portland, États-Unis d'Amérique · Hybrid
- Junior
- Bureau à Portland
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. 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.
Function/Duties of Position: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.
Department Specific Working Conditions:
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
Department Specific Requirements:
- 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
- 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.
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.
- TTP Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway details and dates: https://www.ohsu.edu/human-resources/transition-practice-program-rns
This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:
- Comprehensive health care plans. Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents.
- $25K 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
- Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time
- Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid)
- Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources