Registered Nurse - Vascular Access

Responsibilities

• Provide expert vascular access care and evaluate patients for optimal venous access.
• Place peripheral IVs, ultrasound-guided PIVs, midlines, and PICC lines.
• Serve as a resource for insertion, care, and maintenance of vascular devices.
• Conduct early vascular assessments and assist in device placement.
• Troubleshoot complications related to vascular access.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on vascular access management.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members and document accurately in medical records.
• Mentor staff through in-service training and skills development.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Valid RN license and CPR/ACLS certification.
• Board Certification in Venous Access (or VA-BC) within one year of hire.
• At least 5 years of acute care experience.
• Competency in placing midlines and PICC lines; specialty experience preferred.
• Strong assessment, troubleshooting, and patient education skills.

Key Duties

• Assess vascular access needs and select appropriate devices.
• Place and maintain vascular access devices.
• Troubleshoot complications related to vascular access.
• Provide staff education on vascular access management.
• Operate within RN scope to ensure safe, effective patient care and optimal vascular access management.