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CLINICAL NURSE III - INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY - 10031443
Duarte, CACity of Hope is an independent biomedical research and treatment center for cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening diseases.
Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell therapy. City of Hope’s translational research and personalized treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution. AccessHope™, a wholly owned subsidiary, was launched in 2019 and is dedicated to serving employers and their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope’s exceptional cancer expertise.
A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the nation’s “Best Hospitals” in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with additional locations throughout Southern California and in Arizona.
Join the transformative team at City of Hope, where we're changing lives and making a real difference in the fight against cancer, diabetes, and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix. Our dedicated and compassionate employees are driven by a common mission: To deliver the cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today.
Position Summary
As part of an expansion, we are seekingcompassionate and experienced Clinical Nursesto join our Interventional Radiology team in our new Hope Plaza building. The Radiology Nurse assumes all responsibility and accountability for performing a variety of nursing functions that include scheduling, confirmation, intake, triage, assessment, identification of needs, planning, implementing appropriate interventions, documentation, evaluation, explanation of procedures, checking for and or obtaining consents, obtaining vitals, operating suction, oxygen, and power injectors and maintaining patients' comfort during radiographic procedures. The nurse is assigned to provide support and assistance during general anesthesia and deep sedation, administer medication and monitor patients during moderate sedation in Radiology for Outpatient, PET Scan, CT scan, Nuclear Medicine, MRI, Ultrasound, Interventional Radiology and X-ray. This position takes direction from Radiologists, and other physicians as well as the nurse manager and Director of Diagnostic Radiology to ensure that the procedures are carried out effectively and safely. This opportunity is for full-time, 10-hour shifts (4 shifts per week), and designated for the day shift (variable start times - earliest 5:30am, latest 9:00am). The department is open Monday-Saturday. Call is required for this position.
Up to $20,000 Sign-on Bonus available!
As a successful candidate, you will:
- Provide pre and post-procedure nursing care for oncology patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures (e.g., biopsies, drainages, ports, ablations, embolizations).
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, lab values, and procedural readiness.
- Educate patients and families about procedures, recovery expectations, and follow-up care.
- Monitor patients under moderate sedation according to facility policies and safety standards.
- Collaborate closely with radiologists, oncologists, and other members of the care team to coordinate individualized treatment plans.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic health record.
- Respond effectively to emergencies, manage adverse reactions, and participate in resuscitation efforts if needed.
- Ensure adherence to infection control protocols and sterile technique during procedures.
Your qualifications should include:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s degree in Nursing is required
- Current California RN license
- Minimum of three (3) years related experience (ER/ICU/IR experience preferred)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Card through American Heart Association
- ACLS through American Heart Association
- PALS through American Heart Association
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
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