Central Maine Medical Center
Clinical Coordinator RN - Medical Imaging
Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston, Maine, us, 04241
At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.
Position Summary:
The Medical Imaging RN Coordinator, manages, directs, and oversees the Medical Imaging Interventional Radiology Nursing Team. He/She is responsible for policy development and oversight, as well as coordinating the daily activities of the Nursing Team. Provides direct and indirect patient care in the Imaging Services Department. Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring and symptomatology. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care needs that are unique for patients undergoing specialized interventional procedures within Medical Imaging. Directly assists Interventional Radiologist in the performance of invasive/interventional procedures that are performed in various modalities of Medical Imaging. Demonstrates that he/she can respond quickly and accurately to changes in the patient's condition. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments. Participates in performance improvement and QAPI activities.
Essential Duties:
Coordinates the care of patients while in the Imaging Department to ensure their needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
Participates in Time-Out process to ensure proper patient, proper procedure, and proper site, etc.
Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.
Monitors hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interprets the results.
Performs a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and the general patient population.
Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety, radiation safety/protection, and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Ability to formulate an individualized plan of care, revise plan as indicated by the patient’s response to a radiographic procedure and evaluate overall plan for effectiveness.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Family is included in teaching as appropriate.
Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring, identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately based upon ACLS protocol.
Demonstrates knowledge of fluid and electrolyte management.
Demonstrates the ability to be multi-tasked, flexible, organized and function well under stressful situations.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and management.
Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to patient care and performance improvement activities.
Treats patients, family and staff with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family.
Acts as a resource person for nursing staff and physicians of the facility.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
Coordinates and schedules patient procedures in the Imaging Services Department; ensures outpatients receive pre and post-procedure instructions.
Operates and maintains equipment correctly and safely.
Maintains regulatory requirements, including all State, Federal and Joint Commission regulations.
Trains personnel, utilizing on-the-job training for nursing and other hospital staff, as well as department staff.
Performs management activities including coordinating and scheduling nursing coverage, purchasing supplies, developing and maintaining any required QC logs or data, and manages annual/semi-annual performance evaluations.
Responsible for timecard verification and approve when necessary. Ensures that time and attendance policies are followed.
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Documentation meets current standards and policies.
Perform additional tasks as assigned.
Customer Service: Interacts with all individuals in a consistent manner, providing attention, support, and assistance to foster an environment of exceptional personal service.
Education and experience:
Current State of Maine Registered Nurse Licensure
Two or more years of recent critical care experience
Certification in Radiology Nursing preferred
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider ACLS and BLS certification required. Due within one month of expiration.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Trained and competent in moderate/conscious sedation
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
Additional languages preferred.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards
I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment
I am actively listening and seeking information
I am honest, truthful, and consistent
I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy
I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate
I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork
I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.
If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!
AT CENTRAL MAINE HEALTHCARE YOU ARE AT THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING WE DO
Our why, our purpose, drives every decision and action we take as a healthcare system. We strive everyday to deliver exceptional care, and to improve our community. We are a non-profit organization that is breaking the traditional healthcare mold by bringing our patients and their family’s high value, low cost, and award-winning care while focusing on creating an exceptional experience for them; all within their communities. To accomplish this, we only hire individuals who are committed to excellence, who embody the principles of our CMH Experience Service Standards, and who are ready to step in and help their fellow team members achieve those exceptional results for our patients, their families, and the community.
Central Maine Healthcare System
The organization is broad in its footprint, with three (3) hospitals in Bridgton, Lewiston, and Rumford, and over 75 individual practices within our Medical Group. Lewiston’s Central Maine Medical Center is a certified and award-winning level two trauma center, along with our Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute and the upcoming highly anticipated launch of our comprehensive state of the art cancer treatment center. Both Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals are four (4) star accredited acute care hospitals, and our Medical Group and Maine Urgent Care Centers have won multiple awards within their specialties. As a system we are a six-time winner of the Leapfrog Safety A Rating since 2019, representing some of the highest quality care and outcomes nationwide. Our awards and accolades are only possible as a result of our commitment to culture, and a focus on safety and inclusion, in each of our patient’s experiences and in the experiences we create within our teams.
If you are a person who is looking for a way to give back to your community, to help improve the lives of patients or those who care for our patients, want to be part of a growing organization that is setting the bar for Maine healthcare, apply to join Central Maine Healthcare today!
Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity
CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.
Position Summary:
The Medical Imaging RN Coordinator, manages, directs, and oversees the Medical Imaging Interventional Radiology Nursing Team. He/She is responsible for policy development and oversight, as well as coordinating the daily activities of the Nursing Team. Provides direct and indirect patient care in the Imaging Services Department. Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s clinical condition including hemodynamic monitoring and symptomatology. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care needs that are unique for patients undergoing specialized interventional procedures within Medical Imaging. Directly assists Interventional Radiologist in the performance of invasive/interventional procedures that are performed in various modalities of Medical Imaging. Demonstrates that he/she can respond quickly and accurately to changes in the patient's condition. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in all departments. Participates in performance improvement and QAPI activities.
Essential Duties:
Coordinates the care of patients while in the Imaging Department to ensure their needs are met and hospital policy is followed.
Participates in Time-Out process to ensure proper patient, proper procedure, and proper site, etc.
Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.
Monitors hemodynamic status of patient and correctly interprets the results.
Performs a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and the general patient population.
Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety, radiation safety/protection, and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Ability to formulate an individualized plan of care, revise plan as indicated by the patient’s response to a radiographic procedure and evaluate overall plan for effectiveness.
Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Family is included in teaching as appropriate.
Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac monitoring, identifies dysrhythmias and treats appropriately based upon ACLS protocol.
Demonstrates knowledge of fluid and electrolyte management.
Demonstrates the ability to be multi-tasked, flexible, organized and function well under stressful situations.
Communicates appropriately and clearly to physicians, staff and management.
Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to patient care and performance improvement activities.
Treats patients, family and staff with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family.
Acts as a resource person for nursing staff and physicians of the facility.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. Able to interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
Coordinates and schedules patient procedures in the Imaging Services Department; ensures outpatients receive pre and post-procedure instructions.
Operates and maintains equipment correctly and safely.
Maintains regulatory requirements, including all State, Federal and Joint Commission regulations.
Trains personnel, utilizing on-the-job training for nursing and other hospital staff, as well as department staff.
Performs management activities including coordinating and scheduling nursing coverage, purchasing supplies, developing and maintaining any required QC logs or data, and manages annual/semi-annual performance evaluations.
Responsible for timecard verification and approve when necessary. Ensures that time and attendance policies are followed.
Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Documentation meets current standards and policies.
Perform additional tasks as assigned.
Customer Service: Interacts with all individuals in a consistent manner, providing attention, support, and assistance to foster an environment of exceptional personal service.
Education and experience:
Current State of Maine Registered Nurse Licensure
Two or more years of recent critical care experience
Certification in Radiology Nursing preferred
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider ACLS and BLS certification required. Due within one month of expiration.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Trained and competent in moderate/conscious sedation
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
Additional languages preferred.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards
I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment
I am actively listening and seeking information
I am honest, truthful, and consistent
I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy
I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate
I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork
I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.
If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!
AT CENTRAL MAINE HEALTHCARE YOU ARE AT THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING WE DO
Our why, our purpose, drives every decision and action we take as a healthcare system. We strive everyday to deliver exceptional care, and to improve our community. We are a non-profit organization that is breaking the traditional healthcare mold by bringing our patients and their family’s high value, low cost, and award-winning care while focusing on creating an exceptional experience for them; all within their communities. To accomplish this, we only hire individuals who are committed to excellence, who embody the principles of our CMH Experience Service Standards, and who are ready to step in and help their fellow team members achieve those exceptional results for our patients, their families, and the community.
Central Maine Healthcare System
The organization is broad in its footprint, with three (3) hospitals in Bridgton, Lewiston, and Rumford, and over 75 individual practices within our Medical Group. Lewiston’s Central Maine Medical Center is a certified and award-winning level two trauma center, along with our Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute and the upcoming highly anticipated launch of our comprehensive state of the art cancer treatment center. Both Bridgton and Rumford Hospitals are four (4) star accredited acute care hospitals, and our Medical Group and Maine Urgent Care Centers have won multiple awards within their specialties. As a system we are a six-time winner of the Leapfrog Safety A Rating since 2019, representing some of the highest quality care and outcomes nationwide. Our awards and accolades are only possible as a result of our commitment to culture, and a focus on safety and inclusion, in each of our patient’s experiences and in the experiences we create within our teams.
If you are a person who is looking for a way to give back to your community, to help improve the lives of patients or those who care for our patients, want to be part of a growing organization that is setting the bar for Maine healthcare, apply to join Central Maine Healthcare today!
Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity
CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.