STATE REGISTERED NURSE, DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING SERVICES

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The State Registered Nurse provides specialised nursing support for diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures, ensuring safe and efficient patient care throughout the imaging process.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

Main Responsibilities ·

• Assist radiologists during diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures (e.g., fluoroscopy, angiography, biopsies, drainage, and contrast studies), ensuring patient safety, aseptic practice, smooth workflow, and effective clinical coordination with radiographers.
• Assess, prepare, and support patients before imaging procedures through comprehensive history-taking, vital signs assessment, allergy screening, IV cannulation, medication and contrast preparation, ensuring informed consent, and clear patient education.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, including sedation and contrast reaction surveillance, post-procedure recovery, escalation of concerns to clinicians, and initiation of emergency response when required.
• Document and maintain accurate patient records including vital signs, medication and contrast administration, DDA tracking, procedure notes, post-monitoring observations, and shift handover details in compliance with legal, hospital, and accreditation standards.
• Administer medications and contrast agents through approved routes (oral, IV, rectal) in accordance with hospital protocols, radiation safety requirements, and clinical best practices.
• Ensure proper handling and management of medications, consumables, and IV supplies, including stock rotation, temperature monitoring, documentation, and safe disposal.
• Maintain emergency readiness by checking resuscitation equipment, contrast carts, oxygen systems, suction devices, and ensuring all emergency resources are functional at all times.
• Collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals and support service
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding procedures, preparation steps, post-care instructions, and follow-up requirements.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by immediate superior or hospital management
• Register patients accurately in HITS/KCIS or relevant systems, ensuring complete and correct demographic, clinical, and billing information.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments for all imaging procedures, ensuring efficient patient flow and optimal resource utilization.
• Maintain organised documentation including patient records, imaging requests, manual registration books, billing slips, and radiology reports.
• Facilitate front desk operations by attending to walk-in patients, responding to enquiries, and providing clear information on procedures, preparation, and waiting times.
• Support billing processes by verifying payments, collaborating with cashier, and ensuring all charges for imaging services are accurately captured.
• Assist radiographers with coordinating patient movement, preparing patients for procedures, and monitoring safety within the waiting area.
• Sort, file, and dispatch radiology reports/films to clinics, wards, and relevant services in a timely manner.
• Comply with patient safety goals, confidentiality requirements, and hospital data protection policies.
• Ensuring accuracy of data entry and all information is updated promptly.
• Monitor appointment scheduling quality and data accuracy, ensuring timely follow-up on delayed reports or imaging backlogs.
• Coordinate report tracking, follow up on pending reports, and ensure timely distribution to clinicians and departments.
• Update inventory of clerical supplies, liaising with Procurement/Admin for ordering forms, labels, and stationery.

JOB REQUIREMENT :

Education:

• Minimum Diploma in Nursing.

• Passed LJM and Registered Nurse (RN) is mandatory

• Basic Life Supports (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications is an advantage

Knowledge and Experiences:

• State Registered Nurse: Fresh graduates accepted; 1 year hospital experience preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

Special skills required

• Competent in IV insertion, patient assessment, and the safe administration of contrast agents and medications for imaging procedures.
• Strong knowledge of radiology procedures (MRI, CT, X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and angiography) and adherence to radiation safety protocols for patients and staff.
• Skilled in sedation care, pain management, and continuous monitoring during procedures, including recognition, escalation, and early management of complications or adverse reactions.
• Ability to perform emergency response and clinical decision-making during imaging workflows to ensure patient safety.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, documentation accuracy, teamwork, and critical thinking abilities to support smooth clinical operations and safe patient care

Personal attributes

· Able to communication efficiently and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work in high-pressure environmen