Vascular Access-Infection Control Nurse

Description

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Summary:
The Vascular Access Nurse is a Registered Nurse who inserts and monitors PICC, Midlines and ultrasound guided IV's for patients greater than 17 years of age. Acts as a resource to staff regarding vascular access line therapy and IV assessment, products and procedures. Assists with difficult IV access when needed. Monitors post placement (PICC and Midline) care on a regular basis. Regularly rounds on all inpatients with a central line. Assumes responsibility for review and revision of all Nursing Policies and Procedures related to IV Therapy. Participates in performance improvement activities related to vascular access.

Responsibilities:
Key customers are patients, physicians, peers, clinical staff, and all other departments. Assures friendly, helpful, and courteous response to all customers. Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner to project a positive image of the department and hospital. Insures that contacts with other health care members is friendly helpful and courteous.

Other information:
EDUCATION

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. BSN within 3 years of employment required.

• Two years relevant RN experience. Experience with Vascular Access Team (PICC and Midline) preferred. Charge Nurse / Preceptor experience preferred.

• Current licensure to practice as registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.
• BLS certification required. ACLS preferred.
• Specialty certification by Association for Vascular Access (VA-BC) within 3 years of employment.

• Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork, and flexibility required.
• Effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and coordinate patient care activities.
• Effective interpersonal, communication and observation skills are essential. Understanding of patient care needs according to developmental stages for various age groups.
• High level skills in critical thinking and assessment related to vascular access device selection and placement preferred.

• Exposure to blood borne pathogens, airborne pathogens, and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment.
• Possible exposure to other hazards, such as electrical, radiation, toxic waste, chemical hazards based on the departments.
• Possible exposure to conditions, such as fumes, noxious odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• Continuous use of medical/clinical equipment such as IV pumps, monitors, ventilators, oxygen tanks, patient beds, etc.

• Standing, sitting, walking and working throughout the shift. Lifting, pulling, turning and pushing patients daily. Ability to use appropriate Safe-Patient Handling equipment. Visual acuity, auditory and verbal skills necessary. Stressful work periods and rotating shifts.

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: Epidemiology

Work Type: Weekend: Friday through Sunday; Full -Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range: $36.46 - $45.58 per hour (Minimum to Midpoint )

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No