Radiology Nurse Practitioner at Howard-Sloan Search, Inc. summary:
A Radiology Nurse Practitioner specializes in obtaining diagnostic studies to evaluate differential diagnoses and prescribes medications and treatments within their scope of practice. They provide education for patients and families regarding treatments and follow-up care while documenting all assessments and interventions in the patient record. They also recognize when to refer cases to a Radiologist based on their expertise and scope limitations.
Job Specific
- Obtains the appropriate diagnostic studies necessary to evaluate differential diagnosis.
- Prescribes the appropriate medications and other treatment modalities within expertise and scope of practice.
- Provides the appropriate patient and family education regarding treatment and recommendations for follow-up care.
- Documents assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care in the patient record.
- Identifies situations that are beyond their expertise as an IR PA or scope of practice and refers to the appropriate Radiologist.
Keywords:
Radiology, Nurse Practitioner, Diagnostic Studies, Patient Education, Medication Prescribing, Treatment Modalities, Healthcare, Interventional Radiology, Patient Care, Follow-up Care