Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse - Radiology

Position Summary: At Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital ( SBELIH), the Per Diem Registered Nurse will function as a member of the Radiology Team. The position required the Registered Nurse to independently transport patients to and from all units for all radiology services, both critical and non-critical utilize universal precautions and reporting SBAR.

JOB DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Independently transport patients to and from all units for all radiology services, both critical and non-critical care utilize universal precautions and reporting SBAR

Demonstrates proficiency for proper placement/positioning of patients on and off radiological exam tables

Demonstrates proficiency in hand injections of contrast, knowledge of use of power ports

Assist MD with biopsies, surgical sterile

Familiar with pre-medication protocols

Assess lab values to ensure patient safety and response to contrast reactions

Be a patient advocate when there are multiple health factors that may be contradiction for IV contrast

Knowledge of contrast medias, administration protocols of pharmacological and non-pharmaceutical

Knowledge and care of infiltration of contrast media; radiation safety and exposure; contrast agents approved by the FDA via power ports; MRI contrast; Gauss lines; a quench; the release of helium gases; assessment devices; lab values for administration of MRI contrast; treating excess heating ad burns associated with magnet field; treating excess heating and burns associated with magnet field; emergency spill procedures; monitoring rings and badges; isotopes being administered; tests being performed; potential biological effects associated with radiation exposure

Demonstrates proficiency for proper flow rates and PSI for contrast injections; drawing peripheral lab work: appropriate patient positioning for proper procedure; proper placement of patient for breast MRI; using and troubleshooting power injector; performance of patient GFR calculation; proper positioning of patient for bore of magnet for appropriate tests; use of all MRI safety equipment, BP, ECG, delivery of O2 source

Assist with conscious sedation, patient monitoring, arrhythmia recognition.

Maintains established policies and procedures of emergency plans; nuclear medicine and radiation safety

Demonstrates appropriate use and storage of radioactive isotopes, half-life, energy levels, distance time and shielding

Ability to inject using led shielded syringe, HOT BOX usage

Knowledge of all potential biological effects associated with radiation exposure

Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department

Maintains ethical relationships

Adheres to hospital and departmental rules and regulations

Participates in in-service programs

REQUIRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
Licensed and currently registered as a professional nurse in New York State

BSN

Current BLS certification required

Current ACLS certification required

PALS certification preferred

Seven (7) years preferred Radiology experience

Radiology Nursing certification (eligibility within 6 months of hire)

Assist MD with biopsies, sedations and surgical sterile

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with patients, office staff and medical providers.  The employee must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. 

       Respond quickly in an emergent situation

       Communicate orally in an emergent situation

       Able to walk, carry semi-heavy equipment and reach overhead

       Communicate orally and in writing with clients or associates

       Transport patients using various modalities (wheelchair, Stretcher, etc.)

       Heavy lifting, bending and long periods of standing 

Special Notes:   Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

·      Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.

·      All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. 

·      This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. 

·      This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital  and related facilities.

 Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

·       Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital’s Employee Health Services *

·       Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.

·       Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*

·       Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.

·       Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer. 

*The Human Resources department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Company Overview:

As part of Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital (SBELIH) combines the best in academic and community medicine, improving access to advanced medical care for residents of the North Fork and Shelter Island. With 70 beds, SBELIH is Suffolk County’s first hospital, serving the North Fork since 1905. SBELIH provides care to 25,000 year-round residents and expanding to 60,000 summer residents with comprehensive healthcare solutions, including behavioral health, medical-surgical, orthopedics and general surgery, wound care, interventional pain management and GI, advanced ambulatory care, diagnostic, and physical therapy services. The hospital is also a clinical campus and training site for Stony Brook Medicine, with its first SBELIH Psychiatry resident having graduated in 2022.

Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.

StaffCo is a Professional Employer Organization, commonly referred to as a PEO, duly organized and registered under the New York Professional Employer Organization law.  StaffCo and SUNY have entered into a professional employer agreement under which StaffCo is the employer of Stony Brook Eastern Long Island employees and responsible for all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotions, disciplines, terminations, the day-to-day direction and supervision of work, as well as labor relations and collective bargaining. StaffCo is fully responsible for providing all payroll and human resources services, including the payment of wages, collecting and reporting payroll taxes and maintaining any and all employee benefits. SUNY Stony Brook Hospital is responsible for the operation of the hospital and provision of health care and is the co-employer as is necessary to conduct its responsibilities and for related licensure, regulatory or statutory requirements and obligations.    

Given StaffCo’s employment responsibilities, it is deemed the “employer” for employment and labor law purposes.  Thus, the employees are private sector employees of StaffCo, not public sector employees of SUNY.  The private sector nature of the StaffCo employees has been approved by NYS Civil Service and upheld in a decision by the US National Labor Relations Board. 

Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.