Travel RN- IR Days OSF Saint Francis

• Pay Rate: $60–65/ hr comb i ned (taxable hourly + tax-free allowances for travel, hous i ng, meals). Rates may vary and are subject to cl i ent changes.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Interventional Radiology (IR) RN to join our dynamic healthcare team. The IR RN plays a critical role in providing nursing care to patients undergoing interventional radiology procedures, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and high-quality outcomes. This role requires excellent clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with radiologists, technologists, and other members of the care team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.

• Assess patient health status, review medical history, and complete pre-procedure checklists.

• Prepare procedure rooms and ensure proper equipment, supplies, and medications are available.

• Assist interventional radiologists and technologists during procedures, including sedation administration, patient monitoring, and sterile field maintenance.

• Administer IV medications and moderate sedation under established protocols.

• Monitor patient vital signs, response to treatment, and comfort levels throughout procedures.

• Provide patient and family education regarding procedures, post-care instructions, and follow-up requirements.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient workflow and high-quality patient care.

• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and training programs.

Qualifications:

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• BSN preferred; ASN accepted with relevant experience.

• Minimum 2 years of critical care, emergency, or perioperative nursing experience preferred.

• Previous interventional radiology or procedural nursing experience strongly preferred.

• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS (required).

• Strong IV skills, hemodynamic monitoring knowledge, and ability to respond to emergencies.

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills.

Work Environment:

• Hospital-based interventional radiology department.

• Rotating shifts, including on-call coverage for emergent procedures.

• Frequent use of protective lead aprons and safety equipment.