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A commitment to building a long-term career with our practice Responsibilities: * Assist with surgical procedures including IV sedation * Assist with consultations and take X-rays as needed * Provide ...

Per Diem Sedation Nurse (RN) - Vascular Procedures | Operating Room Company: Primary Vascular Care ... prior to procedures. * Assist the procedural team while maintaining sterile technique when ...

A commitment to building a long-term career with our practice Responsibilities: * Assist with surgical procedures including IV sedation * Assist with consultations and take X-rays as needed * Provide ...

) Per Diem Sedation Nurse (RN) - Vascular Procedures | Operating Room Company: Primary Vascular Care ... prior to procedures. * Assist the procedural team while maintaining sterile technique when ...

Per Diem Sedation Nurse (RN) - Vascular Procedures | Operating Room Company: Primary Vascular Care ... prior to procedures. * Assist the procedural team while maintaining sterile technique when ...

Per Diem Sedation Nurse (RN) - Vascular Procedures | Operating Room Company: Primary Vascular Care ... prior to procedures. * Assist the procedural team while maintaining sterile technique when ...

RN - ER

Middlebury, VT ยท On-site

Carry out procedures including EKGs, restraint application, and procedural sedation. * Assist in ambulance transports when necessary. * Utilize Telemedicine and Telestroke for patient consultations.

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How much do sedation assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for sedation assistant in the United States is $67.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $92.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Sedation Assistant vs Dental Assistant?

AspectSedation AssistantDental Assistant
CredentialsBasic healthcare training, sedation-specific certificationDental assisting certification, CPR, and sometimes sedation training
Work EnvironmentDental clinics, hospitals, sedation centersDental offices, clinics
Employer & IndustryDental practices, sedation clinicsDental practices, hospitals
Common Search/ComparisonOften compared for roles in sedation proceduresBroader dental support role

In summary, Sedation Assistants focus on supporting sedation procedures with specialized training, while Dental Assistants have broader responsibilities in dental care. Both roles work in dental environments but differ in certification and scope of practice.

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Infographic showing various Sedation Assistant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $140,766 per year, or $67.7 per hour.

IR Sedation Nurse

Homewood, IL โ€ข On-site

Urology Centers of Alabama
Outpatient Health Careย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

Other

Medical, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

Job Details: Position Type: Full Time; Job Shift: Day; Job Category: Health Care.

Company Overview

Urology Centers of Alabama has been providing highโ€‘quality, personalized medical care for over 60 years with a team of skilled urologists, urogynecologists, oncologists, a pathologist, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners.

Cutting Edge Technologies and Care

We lead in advanced procedures including minimally invasive robotic surgery, endoscopic and laser surgery, prostate cancer therapies, interventional radiology, and clinical research.

Benefits
  • Located in Homewood, away from the hectic downtown Birmingham area
  • Local, physicianโ€‘owned practice
  • Comprehensive urology, menโ€™s health, womenโ€™s health, and cancer services
  • 17 locations across Alabama
  • BCBS Health Insurance
  • Generous paid time off and paid holidays
What You Will Do

The Sedation RN provides direct patient care and procedural nursing support within the Interventional Radiology Center (located in Vestavia) under supervision. The RN ensures safe, highโ€‘quality patient care before, during, and after procedural sedation, maintaining compliance with regulatory, safety, and infection control standards.

The Sedation RN is expected to perform duties consistent with the core values of UCA: Communicate, Collaborate, Adapt, Respect, Excel, Serve.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform preโ€‘procedure patient assessments including review of medical history, allergies, medications, NPO status, laboratory results, and sedation risk factors.
  • Prepare patients for IR and procedural cases utilizing moderate sedation and monitoring protocols.
  • Administer and monitor procedural sedation medications per physician order and organizational policy.
  • Continuously monitor patient vital signs, oxygenation, cardiac rhythm, airway status, and level of consciousness during procedures.
  • Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition and emergency situations.
  • Recover and monitor patients postโ€‘procedure until discharge criteria are met.
  • Assist physicians during interventional and procedural cases utilizing sterile technique.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR relating to sedation, medications, patient monitoring, and recovery.
  • Ensure emergency equipment, crash carts, and sedation medications are properly maintained and readily available.
  • Collaborate with physicians, radiology staff, anesthesia providers, and clinical leadership to ensure safe and efficient workflow.
  • Educate patients and families regarding procedures, sedation, discharge instructions, and followโ€‘up care.
  • Maintain compliance with infection prevention, HIPAA, OSHA, and patient safety standards.
  • Assist with inventory and stocking of procedural and emergency supplies as needed.
  • Travel between UCA locations as needed.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of 2 years of Registered Nurse experience preferred.
  • Previous procedural nursing experience preferred.
  • Experience in Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, Operating Room, PACU, Endoscopy, or other procedural/sedation environments preferred.
  • Moderate sedation experience preferred.
  • Willingness to learn urology and interventional procedural workflows.
Required Qualifications and Certification
  • Current licensure as a Registered Nurse by the Alabama Board of Nursing without lapse.
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required or must be obtained within the orientation period.
  • Demonstrated sound clinical judgment and competency in patient care.
  • Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
  • Capability to respond effectively during medical emergencies.
  • Proficiency in maintaining sterile technique and infection prevention standards.
  • Proficiency with EMR documentation systems and standard office technology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fastโ€‘paced procedural environment.
  • Strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and UCA policies and procedures.
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