Interventional Radiology APRN/PA

Interventional Radiology APRN or PA

Location: MidState Medical Center in Meriden, Hospital of Central Connecticut in New Britain, and Backus Hospital in Norwich

Job Description:

• Work under the direct supervision of a diagnostic or interventional radiologist
• Perform cases independently in fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and CT
• Coordinate procedure-related clinical operations and prepare cases

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care to patients, demonstrating knowledge of the interventional radiology patient population
• Assess health status of patients in ambulatory settings
• Design and implement individualized case and patient management plans
• Oversee communication maintenance between patients and physicians
• Initiate and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medication and independently initiate treatment
• Prepare and dictate patient progress notes, history, and consult letters
• Coordinate health education through teaching and counseling
• Act as a liaison for patients, families, and health professionals
• Assist patients and physicians during procedures
• Collaborate with referring offices to facilitate care of patients
• Provide clinical direction to office staff
• Triage outpatient phone calls and determine plan of care
• Complete outpatient pre-procedural orders and screening
• Participate in performance improvement projects
• Participate in continuing education and maintain required credentials
• Diagnose and treat according to interventional radiology guidelines
• Perform procedures such as suturing, vascular access, biopsies, and drainages

Quality Assurance/Evaluation:

• Monitor outcomes and complications
• Conduct performance reviews semiannually in the first 2 years
• Maintain a log of procedures performed and outcomes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field; Master's degree preferred
• CPR certification
• Connecticut RN license; must obtain permanent license within 90 days
• Recognized and licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN) in Connecticut
• Certified by ANCC or AANP as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or AG-ACNP
• OR Physician Assistant licensed and credentialed by the Connecticut Board of Physician Assistants
• American Heart Association BLS and ACLS
• Controlled substance registration and DEA registration within 6 months of hire

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated skills and competencies to perform the job safely
• Proficiency in English language for communication
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and co-workers
• Knowledge of environmental, employee, or patient safety requirements
• Developed assessment, clinical, documentation, and analytical skills
• Ability to adapt to unexpected changes and lead the change process
• Knowledge of clinical and operational improvement processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Physical activity includes walking, kneeling, bending, standing, and sitting
• May involve lifting and carrying equipment up to 20 lbs or assisting patients
• Requires speaking and hearing ability sufficient for effective communication
• Vision adequate to read correspondence and computer screens
• Good manual dexterity