Pediatric Nurse Imaging/IR
Milwaukee, WI 
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Job Description

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Please follow this link for a closer look at what it's like to work at Children's Wisconsin:

Job Title: Pediatric Imaging Nurse- Interventional Radiology .6

Work Schedule: 24 hours/week
* 8 hour shifts. Six shifts in a two week period. Basically three shifts per week but we appreciate flexibility.
* Start times vary from 0700, 0730, or 0800 (when on call).
* Includes overnight, weekend and holiday call. Call is shared with 10 IR based nurses.

What you will do:

The Imaging Pediatric nurse functions with demonstrated expertise in providing nursing care and/or consultation to the pediatric patients hospital-wide, who are cared for in the imaging department. The nurse is a recognized resource for consultation to nursing and physician services both within CHW and the community. The nurse is also expected to utilize the nursing process to assess patients prior to procedures or scans, prioritizing the need for and providing nursing care to patients undergoing procedures or exam within the Imaging Department. The nurse is expected to function within professional and hospital standards.

What you will need:

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an ADN or a BSN in order to meet the recommended entry level for a professional nurse (or equivalent academic and/or professional experience).

  • A BSN is preferred. A license to practice professional nursing in the State of Wisconsin or must have temporary permit/license to practice professional nursing in the State of Wisconsin.

  • Knowledge of the principles of neonatal, pediatric and adolescent growth and development and child/family responses to fear, illness, injury and hospitalization.

  • Current CPR certification - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through American Heart or American Red Cross is required. Certification in PALS (American Heart Association) within 3 months of hire.

  • Requires three years nursing experience with a minimum of two years in critical care/emergency room and/or pediatric sedation. An applicant with greater than 10 years of general pediatric experience would also be considered.

  • Analytical skills that are necessary to assess complex patient conditions effectively and to develop comprehensive plans of care. Synthesizes multiple sources of information to assist in the resolution of human responses to complex problems. Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with interdisciplinary health team members and consumers.

  • The ability to represent the organization and serve consumers in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services. Mental and sensory abilities to read, process and interpret clinical data.

  • Ability to have flexible hours and be on-call for Interventional Radiology or MRI to meet patient care needs.

  • Assists in setting expected standards of performance within the Imaging Department. Contributes to the evaluation of orientation and on-going staff development needs. Ability to coordinate and deliver complex care utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Ability to operate, interpret and trouble-shoot a wide variety of patient care equipment.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin, PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
3+ years
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