What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Interventional Radiology - Full Time - 8hr Days position at Cedars-Sinai Health System?
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Position Overview
Cedars-Sinai is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our premier Interventional Radiology team. The S. Mark Taper Foundation Imaging Center specializes in minimally invasive, image-guided treatments for conditions that once required surgery.
Key Responsibilities
- Intake and Assessment : Conduct thorough intake and assessment of patients to determine their suitability for interventional radiology procedures.
- Patient Education : Explain procedures to patients as part of the treatment team and provide comprehensive education on procedural information and post-care instructions.
- Clinic Documentation : Maintain detailed and accurate clinic documentation for all patient interactions and treatments.
- Coordination of Care : Coordinate the care of medically complex patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive treatment plans.
- Post-Procedure Care : Oversee the post-procedure care of interventional radiology patients, including managing and treating any side effects.
- Order Management : Order necessary tests, procedures, and imaging to facilitate patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Team Leadership : Direct clinic RNs in day-to-day activities to ensure smooth clinic operations and high-quality patient care.
- Minor Procedures : Potential to perform minor procedures and line placements as part of patient treatment.