Travel Nurse RN - Interventional Radiology - $2,632 per week in Oklahoma City, OK

Job Title : RN Procedural Profession : Registered Nurse Specialty : Interventional Radiology Duration : 13 weeks Shift : Days Hours per Shift : 10 Experience : Minimum years of experience required License : Current RN License issued by the relevant state board of nursing Certifications : - Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire - ACLS required within 6 months of hire Must-Have : - Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures - Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques Description : Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a specialty area. Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments. Notes all changes in physician orders for assigned patients. Assists physician in examining patients and performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatments. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients. Observes physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care competently. Interacts with family and patients in sharing care plans while in the hospital and at discharge. Oversees treatment provided by technicians or other service providers. Informs patients and families of hospital procedures. Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Delegates tasks to support staff. Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. Some computer skills are required. Ability to work effectively as part of a team providing excellent specialized care. May require completion of orientation and ability to function independently in the assigned specialty area prior to being assigned to this position. Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited program is required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred. Experience and skills in the specialty area are a must for successful placement.