RN - IV Therapy / Vascular Access

Role Overview

The registered nurse (RN) collaborates with the healthcare team to diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, focusing on human responses to health issues.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive assessments
• Developing individualized care and teaching plans
• Coordinating activities across departments and community resources
• Initiating appropriate interventions
• Administering medications accurately
• Performing procedures such as IV placement
• Documenting care in compliance with policies
• Evaluating patient responses to treatments
• Participating in quality assurance activities

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of nine months RN experience, with at least two years of nursing experience
• Recent experience (within 3 years) on an IV team or high-volume peripheral IV unit
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Basic Life Support certification and RN license (Oregon)
• Proficiency in computer skills and vascular access procedures, including PICC placement and ultrasound use
• Successful line placement rate of 80% or higher by end of probation

Preferred Attributes

• Previous healthcare or infusion experience
• Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field
• Certifications such as CRNI or VA-BC, and membership in vascular access organizations