Diagnostic Nurse

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid practicing license.
  
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or equivalent.
  
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
  

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of post-registration nursing experience.
  
• At least 1 year of experience in a critical care, emergency department, or diagnostic imaging setting is highly preferred.
  
• Proven experience in intravenous cannulation and administration of IV medications.
  
• Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
  
• Strong understanding of patient safety principles and emergency response protocols.
  

Clinical & Procedural Support

• Assess patients prior to diagnostic procedures (e.g., MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Interventional Radiology), reviewing medical history, allergies, and contraindications.
  
• Administer intravenous contrast media and medications as prescribed, monitoring for any adverse reactions.
  
• Monitor patient vital signs and physiological responses throughout procedures, providing immediate nursing intervention if required.
  
• Provide skilled nursing care during image-guided biopsies and minimally invasive procedures.
  
• Ensure all procedures are performed in compliance with established safety protocols and clinical guidelines.
  

Patient Interaction and Education

• Serve as the primary clinical point of contact for patients and families within the diagnostic suite, explaining procedures and alleviating anxiety.
  
• Obtain informed consent for procedures involving contrast media or intervention.
  
• Educate patients on pre- and post-procedural care instructions.
  
• Advocate for patient needs and ensure a compassionate, dignified care experience.
  

Administrative & Safety Compliance

• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
  
• Manage inventory of nursing and emergency supplies within the diagnostic suites.
  
• Adhere strictly to infection control, radiation safety, and hospital policy protocols.
  

• Participate in incident reporting and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and departmental efficiency.