Registered Nurse Radiology
@ AscensionRegistered Nurse Radiology
About the job
Ascension is a nonprofit health system focused on compassionate care and innovation. The RN Radiology role involves leading patient advocacy, managing sedation, collaborating with radiologists, and educating patients in a supportive environment.
Requirements
- BLS Provider certification
- Registered Nurse license
- Licensed in Tennessee or multi-state
- Experience with radiology procedures
Qualifications
- Diploma from accredited nursing school
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Able to educate patients effectively
- Prior radiology or sedation experience
Full job description
Your future role at a glance
Location: McMinnville, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas River Park
Department: Diagnostic Imaging Center
Schedule: PRN | Days
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
- Retirement: 403(b) plan
- Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
How you’ll make an impact in this role
Lead patient advocacy and clinical care during advanced imaging procedures, ensuring patients feel safe, informed, and physically supported throughout their entire diagnostic journey.
Manage and administer conscious sedation and medications with precise accuracy, continuously monitoring patient vital signs to guarantee safety and comfort during complex radiology interventions.
Collaborate seamlessly with radiologists and technologists to streamline procedural workflows, allowing for efficient, high-quality imaging and reduced wait times for patients.
Evaluate and prepare patients pre-procedure, conducting critical clinical assessments and reviewing medical histories to mitigate risks and ensure readiness for imaging.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- One or more of the following required:
- Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of
hire.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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