PICC RN PRN - Mobile Vascular Nurse

Responsibilities

• Absess and perform an overall evaluation of the patient.
• Place the line and ensure correct insertion.
• Work independently and communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare providers.
• Complete required paperwork and provide patient education about PICC (or midline) insertion and care.
• Participate in performance improvement activities by sharing information about each insertion with facility staff.
• Assess patient’s past and current medical history, including laboratory values, venous, and muscle skeletal status relevant to PICC placement.
• Ensure physicians’ orders are on the chart for PICC placement and obtain informed consent.
• Perform a time-out, verify patient identifiers before initiating the PICC procedure, and maintain aseptic technique.
• Show high-level skills in critical thinking and assessment related to vascular access devices.
• Maintain clinical competency by inserting at least six PICCs per year and performing one observed successful PICC insertion.
• Document PICC (or midline) insertion, confirmation of placement by radiologist for PICC, and medication administration according to company policy.
• Provide facility nurses/staff with instructions about patient’s PICC (or midline) care and maintenance.
• Support Territory Managers in meetings for clinical support as needed.
• Participate in facility rounds to meet with Directors of Nursing, Administration, and nursing staff.
• Ensure the fiscal viability of the PICC program by entering charges for insertions, properly using equipment, and managing time efficiently.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Nursing.
• Current RN (Registered Nursing) license.
• PICC Certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• Good knowledge base for caring for central venous catheters.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Two years of OR, IR, or PICC insertion experience.

Benefits

• Competitive wage starting at $21/hour plus case pay of $100 for PICC lines.
• Flexible schedule.
• TridentCare offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Two weeks of vacation time.
• Health insurance after 30 days.
• Sick time.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Same-day pay available.
• Medical insurance allowance for customized plan selection.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.