Inpatient RN - Vascular Access
Job Title:
Inpatient RN - Vascular AccessLocation:
Wilkes-Barre, PennsylvaniaJob Category:
Inpatient RN - Registered Nurse, Nursing and Nursing SupportSchedule:
Days Work Type:
Full timeDepartment:
Vascular Access TeamDate Posted:
05/25/2021Job ID:
R-14036Job SummaryThe Vascular Access nurse assesses patients for appropriate vascular access intervention working in conjunction with the rest of the care team members to meet the needs of the patient.
Promotes and delivers safe, quality care and maximizes patient satisfaction.
Exhibits compassionate care during patient-nurse interactions.
Coordinates patient care for discharge needs and communicates with staff regarding same.
Meets the qualifications to provide vascular access care as a member of a reliable, competent Vascular Access Team.
Responsible for ensuring the best patient and family experience by optimizing all interactions.
Job DutiesProvides direct patient care for infusion needs and will be responsible for the following tasks:
PICC and midline insertion using ultrasound guidance.
Central line dressing changesCollaborate with Infection Control Team regarding existing lines to prevent CLABSI Removal of central lines Safe and competent peripheral IV access hospital wide (ultrasound guided if needed)IVAD (mediport) accessBlood draws via central lines including outpatientsTroubleshooting for line issues to ensure no delay of patient careAdministration of TPA for catheter clearancePatient education regarding line care and maintenanceStaff credentialing for IV placementGSWB coverage for line placement and troubleshooting Preferred
Qualifications:
PICC insertion certification preferred, Vascular Access certification preferred (CRNI and/or VA-BC)Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive.
They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Skills:
Team Player; Preceptor Skills; Communication Skills; Organizational Skills; Clinical Skills; Interpersonal SkillsPosition DetailsHours:
Monday- Friday day shift (8-430 primarily) On Call:
weekends/holidaysWeekends / Holidays:
occasional weekend coverage EducationGraduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Nursing (Preferred)Certification(s) and License(s)Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania; Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodyOur Purpose & ValuesOUR PURPOSE & VALUES:
Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS:
We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE:
We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING:
We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION:
We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY:
We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.
Salary:
$23.
05 - $32.
25.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Inpatient RN - Vascular AccessLocation:
Wilkes-Barre, PennsylvaniaJob Category:
Inpatient RN - Registered Nurse, Nursing and Nursing SupportSchedule:
Days Work Type:
Full timeDepartment:
Vascular Access TeamDate Posted:
05/25/2021Job ID:
R-14036Job SummaryThe Vascular Access nurse assesses patients for appropriate vascular access intervention working in conjunction with the rest of the care team members to meet the needs of the patient.
Promotes and delivers safe, quality care and maximizes patient satisfaction.
Exhibits compassionate care during patient-nurse interactions.
Coordinates patient care for discharge needs and communicates with staff regarding same.
Meets the qualifications to provide vascular access care as a member of a reliable, competent Vascular Access Team.
Responsible for ensuring the best patient and family experience by optimizing all interactions.
Job DutiesProvides direct patient care for infusion needs and will be responsible for the following tasks:
PICC and midline insertion using ultrasound guidance.
Central line dressing changesCollaborate with Infection Control Team regarding existing lines to prevent CLABSI Removal of central lines Safe and competent peripheral IV access hospital wide (ultrasound guided if needed)IVAD (mediport) accessBlood draws via central lines including outpatientsTroubleshooting for line issues to ensure no delay of patient careAdministration of TPA for catheter clearancePatient education regarding line care and maintenanceStaff credentialing for IV placementGSWB coverage for line placement and troubleshooting Preferred
Qualifications:
PICC insertion certification preferred, Vascular Access certification preferred (CRNI and/or VA-BC)Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive.
They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Skills:
Team Player; Preceptor Skills; Communication Skills; Organizational Skills; Clinical Skills; Interpersonal SkillsPosition DetailsHours:
Monday- Friday day shift (8-430 primarily) On Call:
weekends/holidaysWeekends / Holidays:
occasional weekend coverage EducationGraduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Nursing (Preferred)Certification(s) and License(s)Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania; Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing BodyOur Purpose & ValuesOUR PURPOSE & VALUES:
Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS:
We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE:
We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING:
We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION:
We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY:
We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.
Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.
We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.
Salary:
$23.
05 - $32.
25.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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