Part time Metro VAT RN

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

20

Work Shift:

Afternoons/Evenings (United States of America)

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Vascular Access Nurse is a Registered Nurse who possesses knowledge and skills regarding vascular access device placement. The Vascular Access Nurse will demonstrate appropriate patient assessment and safe placement of a multitude of vascular devices including: peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC – upper and lower extremity), mid-line intravenous catheter, intraosseous access, ultrasound guided PIV catheter, central venous catheter, temporary hemodialysis catheters, and/or arterial line. The vascular access nurse will have experience in insertion and maintenance of these lines. The individual will serve as a clinical expert, resource, and consultant to hospital staff regarding IV therapy according to professional nursing practice standards, specific facility policy/procedures, the Infusion Nurses Society Standards of Care, and the Association of Vascular Access.

Essential Job Functions

• Thorough knowledge and proficient technical ability in the use of vascular access device equipment (Ultrasound, ECG based tip location device).

• Troubleshoot, access, dress central venous catheters as well as implanted tunneled central lines.

• Educates and/or orients new staff members and serves as an educational resource related to PICC’s and IV therapy for patients, family members, ancillary services, medical staff, administrative staff, and the community served by Bon Secours Mercy Health Care.

• Adheres to age specific delivery of care and the appropriate insertion of vascular access devices from the pediatric to adult populations.

• Reports quality issues regarding products and services.

• Collect and analyze data, enter charges, and reconcile charges as assigned.

• Will serve as a clinical expert, resource, and consultant to hospital staff regarding IV therapy according to professional nursing practice standards, specific facility policy/procedures, the Infusion Nurses Society Standards of Care, and the Association of Vascular Access. Refer to Essential Job Functions.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Valid driver’s license (required)

License as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio (required)

BLS, Basic Life Support (required)

ACLS, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (required)

VA-BC, Vascular Access Board Certification (preferred, required within 1 year of employment)

Education

ASN, Associates of Science in Nursing (required)

BSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)

Work Experience

2 years of vascular access device placement including PICC (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) placement, midline placement, and the use of ultrasound guidance for device placement. (preferred)

Skills

vascular access device placement.

Accepts responsibility and accountability for ethical and legal functioning, practicing within legal parameters of nursing and hospital policy.

appropriate patient assessment

safe placement of a multitude of vascular devices

Adapts well to change and functions independently/competently during stressful situations.

Attention to detail

Acceptance of authority

Critical thinking

Communication with family members

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Relationship building

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Vascular Access Team - Toledo Regional Office

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