Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery - $2,571 per week at Talent Healthcare Staffing Inc

Talent Healthcare Staffing Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Tarzana, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:
Preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals orally or by injection or inhalation.
Explaining the imaging procedure to patients, answering questions, and ensuring their comfort while placing them in the appropriate position for scanning.
Operating imaging equipment, such as PET and SPECT scans.
Processing images on the brain, thyroid, bone, heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver on the computer.
Monitoring patients for unusual reactions to radioactive drugs.
Keeping detailed records of the amount and type of radiopharmaceutical used and of the procedure.
Producing computer-generated or film images for interpretation by the physicians.
Following safety procedures to protect staff and patients from unnecessary radiation exposure.
Maintaining and examining medical machines and imaging equipment.
Maintaining current knowledge of the frequent advances, innovations, and developments in the field.
Qualifications:
An associate's or bachelor's degree in nuclear medicine technology.
A state license and certification to practice nuclear medicine.
The ability to competently operate imaging equipment.
Good manual dexterity and mechanical abilities.
Good communication skills and empathy when dealing with patients and their families.
Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
The physical stamina necessary to stand for long periods of time and lift patients who need help moving.
Certs REQ:
BLS, ARRT or NMTCB

Talent Healthcare Staffing Inc Job ID #2635552. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

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