RN Interventional Radiology

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Job Summary
Responsible for providing care for inpatient and outpatient radiology patients presenting with a wide variety of medical conditions for radiologic interventions across all populations.

Essential Job Functions
1. Assesses and manages patients with varying acuity and conditions, from non-emergent to critical/emergent across all populations and age groups.
2. Prescreens and interviews inpatients and outpatients prior to radiology procedures; identifies potential concerns and notifies the physician of status.
3. Provides sedation and analgesia during interventional radiology procedures; monitors status of patients during various departmental procedures; administers procedure-specific medications to patients within scope of licensure.
4. Provides interventions (e.g. urinary catheters, intravenous lines) for radiology procedures.

Education/Work Experience
• Previous Emergency Department, SWAT and/or critical care nursing experience (within the previous two years preferred); OR Three years of hospital inpatient nursing experience.

Job Knowledge/Skills
• Ability to function effectively in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and with other departments and primary care providers.
• Ability to communicate effectively and supportively with patients and families presenting with a wide variety of conditions and behaviors.

Licensure/Certification
• Must maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• CRN, CCRN or CEN certifications strongly preferred.
• Certification in Interventional Radiology Nursing is preferred.