Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
About Us:
Peak Vascular Access, doing business as, EPICC Vascular of Eastern Washington is a dynamic and
innovative mobile nursing technology and services company with a passion for delivering top-tier
solutions to our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment that
values creativity and dedication. We are seeking talented Vascular Access Nurse(s) to join our team and
drive our companys growth and success.
Location: Eastern Washington State (Kittitas, Yakima, Benton, & Franklin Counties)
Job Summary:
This position is a flexible PRN position to accommodate your already busy schedule. As a Vascular
Access Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing specialized vascular access care, with a focus on
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC lines). The ideal candidate will possess expertise in
vascular access procedures, infusion therapy, and nursing/patient education.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide quality customer and patient support, promptly responding to questions and/or concerns.
- Perform insertion of PICC lines and Midlines under sterile technique using ultrasound guidance
in adult and elderly patients. - Assess patients for appropriate vascular access needs and select appropriate catheter type and
insertion site. - Monitor, assess, and mange complications related to PICC/midline insertion and ongoing usage,
including infection, thrombosis, or catheter malfunction. - Collaborate with the healthcare team to coordinate care for patients with PICC/midlines.
- Educate patients, families, and other healthcare providers on the care and maintenance of
PICC/midlines, including, but not limited to, flushing, dressing changes, and signs of
complications. - Follow all protocols, standards, and guidelines for infection prevention and control.
- Participate in ongoing quality improvement initiatives related to vascular access care.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (CDC guidelines, INS and AVA Standards).
- Perform dressing changes and troubleshoot issues (catheter occlusion/malfunction).
- Perform peripheral IV starts and Ultrasound-guided peripheral IV Starts.
- Access/de-access/maintain implanted ports.
Qualifications:
Education & Licensure:
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
- In state of practice, Current active Registered Nurse (RN).
Experience:
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse.
- Experience in acute care, vascular access and infusion therapy preferred.
- Proficient in ultrasound-guided PICC line insertion techniques.
- Proficient PICC tip confirmation using Navigation and ECG.
Skills:
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Able to make critical decisions regarding patient care and vascular access procedures.
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Certifications:
- CRNI and/or VA-BC; highly desirable.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
(ACLS) certification preferred.
Standards & Competencies:
- Provide prompt, high quality customer service.
- Adherence to the guidelines set by the Infusion Nurses Society (INS) and Association for
Vascular Access (AVA). - Maintain detailed documentation of all procedures, patient assessments, and interventions in the
electronic medical record (EMR) - Demonstrates proficiency in the safe use of ultrasound and other vascular access tools.
- Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Benefits:
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- Supportive work environment with a focus on patient-centered care.
Flexible work from home options available.
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