Radiology Nurse

The Breast Center Registered Nurse works collaboratively with physicians, technologists, and staff to support the development and delivery of the Breast Center Program, with a primary focus on patient education, care coordination, and referral for patients with abnormal mammogram results. This role assists mammography and ultrasound technologists with operational activities and supports technologists, radiologists, and surgeons in managing patient care. The nurse demonstrates clinical proficiency by utilizing the nursing process to plan and implement care, prepares and recovers patients undergoing invasive procedures, and assists during procedures as needed. Responsibilities include providing breast health education to patients and the community, supporting performance improvement initiatives in collaboration with leadership and radiologists, and demonstrating strong organizational skills in program development and patient education.

Additionally, the nurse serves as a central point of communication between patients, radiologists, referring physicians, and surgeons, requiring excellent communication skills, judgment, and public relations abilities. For patients with abnormal mammograms, the nurse explains findings, contacts referring physicians, schedules follow-up imaging, coordinates surgical referrals, and provides decision-making support. The role includes contacting patients by phone regarding abnormal screening results, scheduling follow-up appointments, assisting Triage RNs as needed, and performing other duties as assigned.