Job Description
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
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
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
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
About UNC Health
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
UNC Health and its 33,000 employees, continue to serve as North Carolina’s Health Care System, caring for patients from all 100 counties and beyond our borders. We continue to leverage the world class research conducted in the UNC School of Medicine, translating that innovation to life-saving and life-changing therapies, procedures, and techniques for the patients who rely on us.
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