RN Vascular Access Specialist, Nursing Staffing Office
About the role
Responsible and accountable for providing placement of vascular access devices within the inpatient and outpatient hospital setting. Collaborates with nursing and medical staff to determine the most appropriate candidates for PICC, Midline and Peripheral IV insertions and provides clinical staff with education relative to care and maintenance of the PICC lines, Midlines and Peripheral IVs.
Provides direct nursing care including assessment, plan of care, education, and evaluation for assigned patients during admission, discharge, or transfer settings, while supporting patient throughput.
Qualifications
- Current California RN license
- Current BLS and ACLS certification from American Heart Association
- Two (2) years clinical experience in an acute care nursing setting.
- Evidence of continuing education and self-development.
- PREFERRED: Vascular access experience, BSN
About the Hospital
PIH Health Hospital - Downey is a nonprofit hospital with a rich, nearly 100-year history of meeting the healthcare needs of its community. The Downey campus is part of the PIH Health comprehensive health network consisting of two hospitals, 18 medical office locations and a host of specialty services. According to US News & World Report, the hospital scores highly in patient safety and orthopedics. With 955 employees, the hospital is the 5th largest employer in the city of Downey.