Overview:
The vascular access nurse serves as the subject matter expert in appropriate peripheral access and peripherally inserted central line access. The vascular access nurse assists in developing IV therapy policies and protocols based on current national standards of practice. This position is responsible for the insertion of peripherally inserted central and peripheral access using ultrasound technology while maintaining current infection prevention practices related to vascular access. The vascular access nurse is responsible for evaluating line appropriateness, monitoring infusion related outcomes and line necessity. The vascular access nurse is responsible for educating clinical nurses, members of the healthcare team, patients and families as needed and serves as a resource both in-house and in the community. The team member will also serve as educator and mentor/preceptor for various students and nurse residents.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred): BSN in Nursing required.
Experience 3-5 years as a Registered Nurse in acute care facility with demonstrated knowledge and experience of concepts of intravenous therapy including optimal vein use, vein preservation and difficult access placement required. Use of ultrasound technology for vein identification and line placement preferred. Experience with assessment for and placement of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) preferred.
Current RN license in Kentucky. Current AHA certification in Basic Life Support (BLS). Current certification or eligibility to obtain Certified Registered Nurse Infusionist (CRNI) or Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) designation preferred.
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