Manatee Memorial Hospital

The Vascular Access Nurse provides consultation for providers and nurses for the most apprioprate vascular access device based on patient assessment and treatment plan.. Places vascular access devices such as: peripheral intravenous catheters (PIV), Peripheral Inserted Central Catheters (PICC), Midline cathers.. Services as a resource for the health care team in the intravenous access, placement, management, and patien/family education for care and maintenance technique, ultrasound machines and ability to confirm line placement via chest x-ray successful placement of PICC/ Placement verification device.. The 295-bed hospital with over 550 physicians, residents and allied health professionals, offers advanced healthcare services in a caring and compassionate environment.. Services include cardiac care and cardiovascular medicine, emergency care for all ages, surgery services — including robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System, a weight–loss program, orthopedic services, outpatient and inpatient radiology and rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care and women’s and children’s services.

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Responsibilities The Vascular Access Nurse provides consultation for providers and nurses for the most apprioprate vascular access device based on patient assessment and treatment plan.  Places vascular access devices such as: peripheral intravenous catheters (PIV), Peripheral Inserted Central Catheters (PICC), Midline cathers.  Assess and manages central venous access devices including routine dressing changes, cap changes and intervenes to maintain patency of central venous access devices.  Services as a resource for the health care team in the intravenous access, placement, management, and patien/family education for care and maintenance technique, ultrasound machines and ability to confirm line placement via chest x-ray successful placement of PICC/ Placement verification device.  Provides safe, competent nursing care for patients in accordance with facility policies, standards, and philosophy.  Provides professional leadership and support to the healthcare team. The concepts of Patient Centered Care will provide the foundation for all nursing care. Demonstrates Service Excellence standards at all times. Other duties as assigned.  About Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH):Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, Florida, has served the citizens of Manatee, Sarasota and surrounding counties for 65 years. Part of the Manatee Healthcare System, the hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. The 295-bed hospital with over 550 physicians, residents and allied health professionals, offers advanced healthcare services in a caring and compassionate environment. Services include cardiac care and cardiovascular medicine, emergency care for all ages, surgery services — including robotic-assisted surgery with the da Vinci® Surgical System, a weight–loss program, orthopedic services, outpatient and inpatient radiology and rehabilitation, respiratory care, sleep, oncology, wound care and women’s and children’s services. Manatee Memorial Hospital offers a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for babies with special needs and has the only Pediatric Center in Manatee County. Benefits for our Registered Nurse (RN) include:<ul><li>Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career.</li><li>HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses</li><li>Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off</li><li>Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans</li><li>401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.</li><li>Grow Your Own Program to allow you to continue to grow with us.</li><li>RN Career Ladder Program</li></ul> Qualifications Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.Works with staff nurses, physicians, case managers and other team members to insure early assessment for VAD selection and implementation. BLS and ACLS requiredReviews physicians order, Obtains consent, reviews medical records for any contraindication of peripheral vascular access. Determines the best vascular access device for the patient based on medications, current access status, diagnoses, lenth of IV Therapy etc. Current state nursing license. Must Have Vascular Access ExperiencePlaces said vascular access device, (PICC, Midline, Peripheral) or recommends alternate means of access.  Reports directly to patients primary nurse and charge nurse or physician, if necessary.  Troubleshoots difficult complications of VAD's or assist staff as a resource in declotting. Assesses patients with difficult access or need for long term IV therapy for appropriate vascular access devicePlaceses difficult peripheral IV's with or without ultrasound as needed.  Provides staff education on Care and managmeent, complication management and document completely and accurtely in the patients permantent medical record. EEO StatementAll UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. 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