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Registered Nurse (RN) Interventional Radiology 10HR, Per diem, 7am - 5pm

PIH Health Downey Hospital - Downey, California

Overview

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Success Profile

What makes a successful Nurse at PIH Health?

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  • Collaborative
  • Problem solver
  • Compassionate
  • Patient
  • Team Player
  • Versatile

Culture

Mission:

Our mission is to make a positive impact in the lives of patients, families and colleagues

Vision:

PHI Nurses will achieve excellence in all we do

Philosophy:

We believe in

  • The art and science of nursing practice
  • The power of professional autonomy and leadership of every nurse
  • The dynamic pursuit of professional excellence through lifelong learning
  • Caring, respect and dignity demonstrated through courageous intentional actions
  • The collective wisdom of the team will achieve optimal outcomes for the patient and family
  • Data driven decisions to exceed national benchmark

Theory

Relationship Base Care

Career Path

We want our Registered Nurses to feel both challenged and accomplished in their professional journeys. PIH Health has several promotional opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals including specialty certification programs, the Professional Enrichment career ladder, and the PIH Health Career Pathway Program

The PIH Health Career Pathway Program for example is a formalized program that prepares our nurses to transfer into specialty areas.

Specialized Pathway for Nurses

(Critical Care, Emergency, Operative, Dialysis, Infection Preventionist)

Preceptor
Charge Nurse
Clinical Educator
Wound Ostomy Nurse
Clinical Analyst
Case Manager
Risk Manager
Clinical Director
Chief Nursing Officer

Testimonials

“PIH Health takes care of their nurses. When I had an opportunity to work here and see the culture I fell in love with this hospital and everything it stands for… the impact of the community is huge.”

- Sara Ries BSN, RN

“As a New Grad or as a new nurse coming in, even if you have lots of experience, you will never be seen as an outsider. You will always have the support of the nurses…the staff and well as the nurse managers and nursing administration.”

- Lori Russell MSN, RN, FNP

Nursing at PIH Health

Nursing is a vital part of our organization. At PIH Health, we value collaboration, personal development, and professional excellence. Through the delivery of compassionate, excellent care and the promotion of courageous innovation, we strive to put our “patients first.”

Benefits & Rewards

  • Paid Time Off

  • Health Plan

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Daisy Award

  • Work/Life Balance

  • Professional Enrichment Program

Responsibilities

Hospital Name PIH Health Downey Hospital Location Downey, California Job Type PRN Job ID 21790-977 Date posted 03/13/2024

The Radiology RN is responsible and accountable for the care of patients in the Radiology Department during interventional and diagnostic procedures.  In addition, the RN will collaborate with the Radiologists, ordering physicians, and staff Nurses to determine the most appropriate care of the patient.  The Radiology RN performs patient care duties necessary to maintain the flow of patient care as well as coordinate the delivery of care provided by other health care team members. The Radiology RN will be responsible and accountable for the universal protocol/time out process in radiology procedures, when applicable.  The Radiology RN is also responsible for mentoring Radiology Technologists in IV starts for contrast injections.  The Radiology RN is responsible and accountable for providing placement of PICC’s and midline catheters within the inpatient and outpatient hospital setting.  In addition, the RN will collaborate with nursing and medical staff to determine the most appropriate candidates for PICC, midline insertions, and ultrasound PIV.  The Radiology RN will provide support to the Radiology Department in regards to patient assessment, IV lines, oxygen care, crash cart review/sign-off, and restraints.


PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on FacebookTwitter, or Instagram.


Required Skills

  • Competent in conscious sedation
  • Knowledgeable in legal aspects of nursing
  • Advanced patient care and assessment skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Excellent guest relations skills

Required Experience

Required:

  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
  • Current California RN license
  • Current BCLS, ACLS certification
  • EKG and arrhythmia management skills
  • Excellent organizational skills, works independently, good communication skills. 

Preferred:

  • Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing
  • At least 1-year experience in Interventional Radiology procedures
  • At least 1-year experience in Critical Care or Emergency Services
  • Experience with moderate IV sedation
  • Completion of an approved PICC and ultrasound course and experience in PICC placement.

Address
11500 Brookshire Ave.

Salary
65.00-65.00

Shift
Days

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
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