A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
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Work Location:
Chevy Chase, MD Work Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Hourly Range:
$45-55 commensurate with experience
Department Highlights:
Patient-Focused Team Cohesive and Friendly Environment Supportive and Encouraging Atmosphere A Day in the Life of a
Registered Nurse:
Plan, implement and maintain standards of nursing care and a quality assurance program in the office. Respond to all medical emergencies within the office and assume role of emergency team leader until physician arrives; Maintain communication with on-call emergency physician. Insert angiocaths, butterfly needles, IV quick-caths and monitor IV fluid administration of patients when necessary. Administer emergency medications, intravenous narcotics, other medications and oxygen therapy per physician's orders; Prepare and administer contrast media for patient consumption; Account for controlled medications on crash cart; Monitor expiration dates of medications on crash cart and replace them when needed. Telephone patients who are scheduled for examinations to obtain medical history and pertinent information and to give preparation instructions; Ascertain area of injury or patient's symptoms to assist the physician in reporting the proper diagnosis; Maintain patient assessment record-keeping - patient history/consent information, contrast dosage and reaction; Review discharge and follow-up instructions with patients and their families. Provide in-service to staff and physicians regarding nursing policies, emergency trauma, trauma equipment, contrast injector, venipuncture, CPR and OSHA regulations. Correctly process all pertinent exam related information including charge slips and/or direct computer entry as directed. Must be thoroughly knowledgeable about and comply with the policies and procedures of the Corporation. Should be familiar with the operation of the clerical and reception areas of the office and assist when needed, including the management of patient records and files. Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and monitor its operation, reporting any problems to the appropriate persons. Perform other duties as assigned. Here is what you will need: Must have a BS degree in nursing from an accredited school; Must have a minimum of two years patient care experience, preferably in critical care or radiology nursing; Must have demonstrated proficiency in IV administration techniques; Must maintain current Advanced Cardiac Life Support/CPR certification; Must present registered nurses license for the state you are working in, maintain credentials through continuing education programs and provide copy to manager at time of renewal; Should be able to lift and move patients as required. Why Washington Radiology? A Great Place to Work for multiple years in a row! Offer competitive benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Paid Holidays, Backup Child/Adult Care as well as other unique benefits.
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At Washington Radiology, we save lives. We are empowered, appreciated, and part of something bigger. Together, we deliver compassionate, exceptional care. Every patient. Every time. Our service based culture is reflected in our day-to-day interactions that are warm and welcoming and delivered with care, compassion and clinical expertise. Our commitment to excellence can be seen across every level of our organization, beginning with our team members and extending to the patients, families, and physicians we serve. For more than 70 years, Washington Radiology has set the standard for medical imaging care.
