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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
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Work Shift:
Days/Evenings (United States of America)
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Vascular Access Nurse is a Registered Nurse who possesses knowledge and skills regarding vascular access device placement. The Vascular Access Nurse will demonstrate appropriate patient assessment and safe placement of a multitude of vascular devices including: peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC – upper and lower extremity), mid-line intravenous catheter, intraosseous access, ultrasound guided PIV catheter, central venous catheter, temporary hemodialysis catheters, and/or arterial line. The vascular access nurse will have experience in insertion and maintenance of these lines. The individual will serve as a clinical expert, resource, and consultant to hospital staff regarding IV therapy according to professional nursing practice standards, specific facility policy/procedures, the Infusion Nurses Society Standards of Care, and the Association of Vascular Access.
Essential Job Functions
- Thorough knowledge and proficient technical ability in the use of vascular access device equipment (Ultrasound, ECG based tip location device).
- Troubleshoot, access, dress central venous catheters as well as implanted tunneled central lines.
- Educates and/or orients new staff members and serves as an educational resource related to PICC’s and IV therapy for patients, family members, ancillary services, medical staff, administrative staff, and the community served by Bon Secours Mercy Health Care.
- Adheres to age specific delivery of care and the appropriate insertion of vascular access devices from the pediatric to adult populations.
- Reports quality issues regarding products and services.
- Collect and analyze data, enter charges, and reconcile charges as assigned.
- Will serve as a clinical expert, resource, and consultant to hospital staff regarding IV therapy according to professional nursing practice standards, specific facility policy/procedures, the Infusion Nurses Society Standards of Care, and the Association of Vascular Access. Refer to Essential Job Functions.
Licensing/Certification
Valid driver’s license (required)
License as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio (required)
BLS, Basic Life Support (required)
ACLS, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (required)
VA-BC, Vascular Access Board Certification (preferred, required within 1 year of employment)
Education
ASN, Associates of Science in Nursing (required)
BSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)
Work Experience
2 years of vascular access device placement including PICC (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) placement, midline placement, and the use of ultrasound guidance for device placement. (preferred)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Skills
vascular access device placement.
Accepts responsibility and accountability for ethical and legal functioning, practicing within legal parameters of nursing and hospital policy.
appropriate patient assessment
safe placement of a multitude of vascular devices
Adapts well to change and functions independently/competently during stressful situations.
Attention to detail
Acceptance of authority
Critical thinking
Communication with family members
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Vascular Access Team - Toledo Regional Office
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
