Pediatric Nurse- Imaging (.8)

• 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: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ Sign On Bonus: $7500 Join the nationally recognized team at Children’s Wisconsin as a part time Pediatric Imaging Nurse, Resource/Epic Imaging Nurse role, where you’ll make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families every day.
• Work Schedule: 32 hours/week (0.8 FTE) 0730 AM-4:00 PM No call.
• No weekends.
• At Children’s Wisconsin, you’ll be part of a supportive, mission‑driven team dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of children.
• We offer a collaborative environment, growth opportunities, and the chance to do truly meaningful work.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to patients undergoing exams or scans within the Imaging department.
• Coordinates patient care and assists in providing seamless patient care before, during and after exams and procedures, including, but not limited to, those requiring procedural sedation and having the potential to be high risk.
• Assesses and responds to patient’s needs including appropriateness of procedure, sedation or treatment modalities.
• Makes recommendations for procedural changes, assesses and responds to patient needs before, during and after procedures or treatments.
• Administers procedural sedation by assessing and administering prescribed medications, monitoring patient closely and initiating rescue medication per sedation policy guidelines.
• Identifies needs and coordinates activities to resolve issues and improve care of the imaging patient; acts as a patient/family advocate and promotes a family-centered care.
• Provides education to parents/guardians regarding sedation, including: risks, benefits and common side effects. Provides formal teaching of discharge education post-sedation and post-procedure. What you will need: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council 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) 1 year nursing experience in critical care/emergency room and/or pediatric sedation or 3 years general pediatric nursing experience 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: + one of the following: - N/A, BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin, License RN-Registered Nurse (FL Compact) - State of Florida, PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine. Please let us know a little about yourself so we can connect on future openings!