Travel RN – Interventional Radiology Procedural (Rockford, IL)

Ref #: M-RN-292584

Location: Rockford, IL
Type: Contract/Travel
Start: ASAP
Rate: $3,128/40 hours

Requirements

• Active RN license in Illinois (or compact/reciprocal per facility policy)
• 1–2 years acute care nursing experience (ICU, ED, PACU, or procedural preferred)
• BLS and ACLS required; PALS as required by patient population
• Competency in moderate (conscious) sedation, cardiac rhythm interpretation, and basic airway management
• Proficient IV skills, experience with central lines, vascular access, and sterile technique
• Able to work in fast-paced environments, respond to emergencies, and take call if required

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre-procedure assessments: review history, allergies, meds, and diagnostic results
• Administer and monitor moderate sedation; assess sedation level and patient response continuously
• Assist radiologists with invasive procedures (biopsies, drain placements, vascular access, device insertions)
• Monitor hemodynamics, cardiac rhythm, and airway status throughout procedures
• Establish and manage vascular access, IV infusions, and medication administration; initiate emergency interventions as needed
• Prepare and maintain sterile fields; set up and troubleshoot procedural equipment
• Provide post-procedure monitoring, pain management, complication assessment, and discharge readiness
• Educate patients and families on procedure expectations and post-procedure care
• Collaborate with technologists, radiologists, anesthesia, and multidisciplinary teams
• Accurately document assessments, medications, sedation levels, procedures, and patient status in the EMR