Radiology Nurse Specialist

3 weeks ago


Greenport West, New York, United States Stony Brook University Full time

Radiology Nurse Specialist Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Radiology Nurse Specialist to join our team at Stony Brook University. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in radiology nursing and be able to work independently to transport patients to and from radiology services, utilizing universal precautions and reporting SBAR.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Transport patients to and from radiology services, utilizing universal precautions and reporting SBAR
  • Demonstrate proficiency in hand injections of contrast, knowledge of use of power ports
  • Assist MD with biopsies, sedations, and surgical sterile procedures
  • 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 contradictions for IV contrast
  • Knowledge of contrast media, administration protocols of pharmacological and non-pharmacological agents
  • 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 and 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
  • Demonstrate 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
  • Demonstrate 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

Requirements:

  • 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)

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

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