Radiology Nurse

Full-time - Entry Level

Washington, WA

10,001+ employees

Hospitals

About the position

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center - Opening in 2025! When open in early 2025, Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health will be the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC's), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system will establish a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it will ensure residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. This full-service hospital will include 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500-car garage and a helipad for emergency transport. We are seeking a Radiology Nurse (Full Time). Our ideal candidate will provide direct nursing care to patients at various locations in the hospital, collaborate with intra and interdisciplinary staff to accomplish patient care goals, provide care for patients undergoing diagnostic imaging procedures, primarily focusing on preparing patients for scans, administering contrast materials, monitoring vital signs during procedures, managing potential complications, and providing patient education and support before, during, and after imaging tests, working closely with radiologists and radiology technicians to ensure patient safety and optimal procedure outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients at various locations in the hospital.
• Collaborate with intra and interdisciplinary staff to accomplish patient care goals.
• Provide care for patients undergoing diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Prepare patients for scans and administer contrast materials.
• Monitor vital signs during procedures and manage potential complications.
• Provide patient education and support before, during, and after imaging tests.
• Work closely with radiologists and radiology technicians to ensure patient safety and optimal procedure outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate of Science in Nursing, from an accredited institution. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Current license District of Columbia RN license.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification.
• Minimum of 18 months experience in acute care nursing.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong communication skills.
• Detailed attention to patient monitoring.
• Technical knowledge of imaging equipment and procedures.
• Critical thinking to manage complications.
• Ability to collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• Thorough understanding of radiation safety protocols.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!