As-Needed Vascular Access Nurse

Provides vascular access, care, maintenance and evaluation of vascular access sites and vascular access devices for specific patients.EducationAssociate Degree from an accredited School of Nursing requiredExperienceThree years experience as a Registered Nurse with demonstrated competence in placement of peripheral IV catheters.SkillsHigh level skills in critical thinking and assessment related to vascular access device selectionAnalytical skills appropriate to resolve complex patient care problems and prepare comprehensive plans of care.Ability to work independentlyWillingness to learn new techniques including the usage of Modified Seldinger Technique with a wire and scalpel and portable ultrasoundExcellent communication and teaching skillsHigh level clinical communication skills with physicians and other clinical staffWillingness to maintain and improve knowledge level related to vascular access with seminars, magazines, booksLicensures, CertificationsPICC insertion, care and maintenance competency initially and annually thereafter.Current Maryland Registered Nurse license.Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification from an affiliated American Heart Association training siteAdditional Certifications (i.e. ALS, PALS, NRP) are required upon hire for specialty areasPrincipal Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssess patients with regard to vascular access need based on diagnosis, medication regime, medical history and length of stay.Recognizes abnormal conditions or potential problems and takes appropriate action and notifies appropriate personnel.Implements provider's orders according to needs and established nursing policies and procedures. Contact physicians for medical orders to discuss placement of a mid- to long-term VAD.Performs IV starts, phlebotomy associated with IV starts and placements of extended dwell catheters proficiently.Place peripherally inserted central linesTroubleshoot difficult complications of VAD's or assist staff in troubleshootingDeclot VAD's or assist staff as a resource in declottingPlace difficult peripheral cathetersProvide patient teaching regarding PICC line care and maintenanceAvailable as a resource for accessing and/or de-accessing implanted portsMaintains detailed medical records pertaining to the patient care rendered.Documents procedures, outcomes and complications appropriately.Evaluates patient response to care provided and informs health care team of changes in condition.As needed, provides 1:1 education of staff with regard to all aspects of vascular access assessment, insertion, care and maintenance. Follows up with unit manager if there is repeated lack of response from specific staff.Participate in quality assurance programs/audits to promote efficient and quality patient care.Physical RequirementsAbility to walk and stand for extended periods of time.Ability to utilize the equipment necessary to perform IV access successfullyWorking ConditionsNormal patient care environment with possible exposure to excessive noise, dust, temperature.Exposure to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activitiesConditions of EmploymentMaintain current and valid licensure and certificationAll roles must demonstrate GBMC ValuesGBMC ValuesValue DescriptionRespectI will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacyListens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellenceI will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.Meets and/or exceeds customer expectationsActively pursues learning and self-developmentPays attention to detail; follows throughAccountabilityI will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.Sets a positive, professional example for othersTakes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve themAppropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job dutiesReports to work regularly and on timeTeamworkI will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the teamAddresses and resolves conflict in a positive waySeeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutionsAcknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical BehaviorI will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgmentRespects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkersResultsI will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.Embraces change and improvement in the work environmentContinuously seeks to improve the quality of products/servicesDisplays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstaclesAchieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficientlyPay Range$32.18 - $49.46Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.