2 Responses to “how can i become a radiology nurse is there a training school or hospital that provides nurses to be train?”  

1. 1 RadTech - RT(R)(ARRT) Jan 30th, 2010 at 4:49 am

   Actually, April, there are radiology nurses, but I’m not sure if that’s what the asker is talking about.

   The larger medical centers may employ a radiological nurse who provides for the physical, mental, and emotional needs of the patient who is undergoing tests or treatment in a radiology department. The radiological nurse usually develops and manages a care plan to help patients understand procedures and, later, recuperate from the procedures. This may also include working with a patient’s family.

   The nurse can perform examinations or carry out preventive health measures within the prescribed guidelines and instructions of the radiologist. In addition, the nurse can record physician findings and discuss cases with either the radiologist or other health care professionals. Often, a radiological nurse will assist during examinations or therapy. Radiological nurses must have graduated from an accredited nursing school. Each nurse must also pass a national licensing examination.

   Or do you want to take the x-rays?

2. 2 april T Jan 30th, 2010 at 4:49 am

   In the USA there are not radiology nurses. They are called radiology technicians and they are not nurses. They just handle the radiological testing. They don’t administer nursing care.

   You can get a degree in a 2- year Rad Tech School or get a Bachelor’s degree in it, which takes 4 years.

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