PICC - Vascular RN

About the role

The PICC-Certified Vascular Access Nurse is a Registered Nurse with specialized expertise in vascular access device assessment, insertion, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The nurse provides consultation and direct patient care for PICCs, midlines, and ultrasound-guided peripheral IVs while promoting evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and reduce complications.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and recommend appropriate vascular access devices.
• Insert PICC lines, midline catheters, and ultrasound-guided peripheral IVs.
• Utilize ultrasound and ECG tip confirmation technology during catheter placement.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot vascular access devices.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on vascular access care and best practices.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams regarding vascular access needs.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and vascular access standards.
• Document assessments, procedures, and outcomes in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to reduce catheter-related complications and CLABSI rates.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of PICC line insertion experience.
• Demonstrated competency in PICC insertion and ultrasound-guided vascular access.
• Proficiency with ultrasound-guided vessel assessment and cannulation.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to function independently while serving as a vascular access resource for the organization.
• PICC certification required; VA-BC certification preferred.
• Travel assignment (PICC-certified RN traveler).

Qualifications

• Experience in vascular access, infusion therapy, critical care, emergency nursing, or interventional radiology.

Schedule

9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Location

Morristown, NJ.