What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse - IR RN position at MercyOne?
Join our Interventional Radiology team and play a key role in delivering specialized, image-guided patient care. From procedure prep to recovery, you'll help patients feel supported every step of the way while maintaining the highest standards of safety.
Schedule:
32 hours per week
Rotating day off per week
Day shift, rotating start times between 7-8 am, rotating end times between 3:30-4:30 pm
8 hour shifts
Call rotation per department need (including weekend and holidays)
What You'll Do
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care before, during, and after interventional radiology and imaging procedures.
Collaborate with interventional radiologists, technologists, and the broader care team to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.
Assist with procedures such as biopsies, angioplasty, embolization, central line placements, and other image-guided interventions.
Administer medications, initiate and manage IV therapy, and support pain management efforts.
Monitor and manage moderate sedation in accordance with established policies and safety standards.
Serve in key procedural roles, including RN circulator and hemodynamic monitor, while documenting patient care and procedural data.
Assess patient needs, develop individualized care plans, and coordinate education and follow-up resources for patients and families.
Monitor patient responses throughout treatment and adjust nursing interventions to support optimal outcomes.
Maintain accurate documentation, process physician orders, and utilize clinical technology and electronic health records effectively.
Uphold the highest standards of safety, infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and professional nursing practice.
Support a collaborative culture that reflects Trinity Health's mission, values, and commitment to exceptional patient care.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
Bachelor Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Two (2) years of inpatient nursing experience in either Critical Care or Medical-Surgical units.
Current Iowa RN license
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within three (3) months of hire.
Certified Radiology Nurse (CRN) or Certified Sedation Registered Nurse (CSRN) preferred.
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
Position Highlights and Benefits
We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
Wellness programs
Education reimbursement
Personalized health insurance plans including dental and vision
Paid time off
Long- and short-term leave
Retirement planning, with employer match
Life insurance coverage
All benefits start day 1 with no waiting period!
Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
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MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.
MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.