Description
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Summary:
The Vascular Access Nurse is a Registered Nurse who inserts and monitors PICC, Midlines and ultrasound guided IV's for patients greater than 17 years of age. Acts as a resource to staff regarding vascular access line therapy and IV assessment, products and procedures. Assists with difficult IV access when needed. Monitors post placement (PICC and Midline) care on a regular basis. Regularly rounds on all inpatients with a central line. Assumes responsibility for review and revision of all Nursing Policies and Procedures related to IV Therapy. Participates in performance improvement activities related to vascular access.
Responsibilities:
Key customers are patients, physicians, peers, clinical staff, and all other departments. Assures friendly, helpful, and courteous response to all customers. Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner to project a positive image of the department and hospital. Insures that contacts with other health care members is friendly helpful and courteous.
Other information:
EDUCATION
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. BSN within 3 years of employment required.
EXPERIENCE
Registered nurse with a minimal of 2 years of experience. Certified in placing Peripherally intravenous central catheters (PICC), midlines, and ultrasound guided IVs. Charge Nurse / Preceptor experience preferred.
LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION
- Current licensure to practice as registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.
- BLS certification required. ACLS preferred.
- Specialty certification by Association for Vascular Access (VA-BC) within 3 years of employment.
OTHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.
- Effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and coordinate patient care activities.
- Effective interpersonal, communication and observation skills are essential. Understanding of patient care needs according to developmental stages for various age groups.
- High level skills in critical thinking and assessment related to vascular access device selection and placement preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens, and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment.
- Possible exposure to other hazards, such as electrical, radiation, toxic waste, chemical hazards based on the departments.
- Possible exposure to conditions, such as fumes, noxious odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
- Continuous use of medical/clinical equipment such as IV pumps, monitors, ventilators, oxygen tanks, patient beds, etc.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Standing, sitting, walking and working throughout the shift. Lifting, pulling, turning and pushing patients daily. Ability to use appropriate Safe-Patient Handling equipment. Visual acuity, auditory and verbal skills necessary. Stressful work periods and rotating shifts.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Lenoir Health
Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Organization Unit: Epidemiology
Work Type: Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00
Salary Range: $36.46 - $45.58 per hour (Minimum to Midpoint )
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No