Carle Health·Urbana, Illinois
The Procedural Nurse provides competent healthcare to patients undergoing ECHO diagnostics, including monitoring during DSE, TEE, and cardioversion procedures. Responsibilities include administering conscious sedation, starting IVs for contrast, and ensuring accurate clinical documentation.
The Procedural Nurse utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the practice of nursing. Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing.
Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice. Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.Performs advanced nursing activities, which can include assisting with procedures using conscious sedation, placement of IV's, and administering chemotherapy drugs.Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.Assists Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in the development of departmental standing orders.Start IVs on ECHO patients needing contrast administration Respond to contrast reactions Support and monitor patients during DSE, TEE, tilt table, and cardioversion procedures Maintain conscious sedation proficiency and appropriate documentation requirements for care delivered Screen patients before their stress tests, and work with performing physicians to ensure patient specific treatment is appropriate and provided according to protocol. About Us
Compensation and Benefits
Candidates must be a Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in Illinois and hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the AHA. An Associate's Degree is required for this position.
Market context
In Illinois, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with an active Illinois license and current CPR certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for both accredited nursing education and readiness to work in fast-paced care environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, CPR status, and degree match before applying.
