Registered Nurse - Radiology

Company: Midstate Radiology Associates
Location: New Britain
Posted on: January 4, 2026

Job Description:

A sign-on bonus of $5,000 will be offered to well-qualified candidates. Join Midstate Radiology Associates (MRA) as a Full Time, 1st Shift, Radiology Nurse working at MidState Medical Center (Meriden) and Hospital of Central Connecticut (New Britain). Position Schedule: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 4 shifts per week during Mon-Fri with one day off. On-call rotation. For complete listing of all open positions, visit www.midstateradiology.com/career-opportunities Compensation: MRA offers competitive starting compensation based on qualifications and experience. The compensation for this position is: $35.21 - $52.02 The listed compensation range covers the full scope for this position. Actual starting pay is set based on relevant qualifications, related experience, and internal pay equity within the organization. A sign-on bonus of $5,000 will be offered to well-qualified candidates. Job Summary: Responsible for providing, promoting and maintaining quality patient care during diagnostic and therapeutic imaging procedures through education, standards of practice, professional growth and collaboration with other multidisciplinary health care providers. This is accomplished by a complete and thorough process of assessing, diagnosing, planning, coordination, teaching, counseling, and facilitating the care of the patients in Radiology Services. Key Accountabilities: Specific duties fall into four categories. They are clinical, education, management, and collaboration. CLINICAL Prioritizes patient needs and functions as patient advocate Assesses the biological, psychological, sociological and cultural needs of the needs of the patient and family. Assesses and monitors patient condition including vital sign monitoring, recognition of EKG changes, and initiates appropriate nursing interventions. Administers contrast material Recognizes, documents, and assists in the treatments that require professional nursing skills Administers conscious sedation and monitors patients as appropriate. Recognizes, documents, and assists in the treatment of contrast reactions Intervenes in emergency situations Assists radiologists with special procedures and treatments that require professional nursing skills Assesses need for and administers other medication as appropriate Provides continuity of care for the critically ill patient Demonstrates skill in using special equipment such as monitors, infusion pumps, pacemakers, O2 equipment, ventilators, etc. Documents patient status and nursing interventions Demonstrates ability to prioritize nursing responsibilities within the department EDUCATION Provides health teaching and procedural information to patients and families Provides staff education on CPR, patient care, safety, infection control, etc. In-services other health care professionals regarding radiology nurses’ role, continuity of patient care, and topics related to radiology Assists with orientation of nurses, physicians, technologists, and students Evaluates, prepares, and distributes written patient education materials Individual exceptions may apply only under the discretion of the Medical and Administrative Director MANAGEMENT Acts as a resource person for nursing, medical, and radiology staff Assists with quality improvement and risk management programs Participates in the development and evaluation of policies and procedure in radiology Participates in the formulation of written standards of care, practice, and governance Practices cost containment Maintains emergency equipment Monitors medications including narcotics Participates in hospital, nursing, and radiology committees COLLABORATION Acts as liaison between radiology and nursing units Utilizes services available in the hospital to continue to remain current in practice Interacts with other health care professional to maintain continuity of quality patient care The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Qualifications Guidelines: Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Nursing or related field Current CT RN state license. CPR certification. ACLS certification Ability to use independent and mature judgment Above average interpersonal skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent physical assessment skills and the ability to start IV’s Has a general knowledge of all areas of nursing practice Ability to work without direct supervision Maintenance of continuing education credits as required by licensure. Desirable: Two year’s experience as a critical care nurse/ambulatory care Knowledge: Working knowledge applicable to radiological technology with specific references to anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and scientific principles as applied to radiological technology. Patient care standards and requirements. Quality assurance principles and practices. Customer service principles and practices. OSHA principles and practices. TJC standards of practice. Skills/Abilities: Operate cardiac monitor and emergency equipment Administer medications Assess patient’s physical status Obtain patient health history Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, medical staff and co-workers. Venipunctures certificate (where applicable). Maintain the confidentiality of patient records. Schedule, organize and complete work in accordance with required workloads. Read, interpret and follow internal quality standards and government regulations. Understand and follow specifications and instructions. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies. Capable of maintaining basic life support (CPR). Capable of maintaining advanced life support (ACLS). Special Conditions: OSHA Class 1 exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens. May involve physical lifting and/or walking. Shift Schedule: 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM, 4 shifts per week during Mon-Fri with one day off on call rotation. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Compensation details: 35.21-52.02 Hourly Wage PI3054bb751d96-25448-39244882

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