Registered Nurse Vascular Access-Other Anc PICC Vascular Access-Full Time Job at CHRISTUS Health, Shreveport, LA

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  • CHRISTUS Health
  • Shreveport, LA

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Summary:

The Vascular Access Nurse Specialist provides direct patient care as the expert resource for establishing and maintaining optimum venous access. The Vascular Access Nurse Specialist evaluates patients for, and places peripheral intravenous catheters, ultrasound-guided PIVs, midlines, and peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC lines) in current patient populations. Provides coaching to all RNs in developing their venipuncture skill. This position serves as an expert resource for insertion, care and maintenance of all central venous access devices. This position functions within the scope of RN licensure to assess patient IV access needs, plan, implement, evaluate effectiveness, make recommendations to nursing staff and physicians and document. Patient & family education is provided appropriate to the type of therapy the patient is receiving. Provides care related to vascular access based on the age-related needs of the adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient with consideration of their development/psychosocial needs, environmental safety, education needs, communication style, and level of understanding.  

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's of Nursing required.  
  • 5 years of acute care experience.  
  • Valid State RN license. 
  • Valid CPR/ACLS. 
  • Certification: Venous Access -Board Certified (or VA-BC) within one year. 
  • Competency in the placement of Midlines and PICC lines.  

Work Schedule:

7AM - 7PM

Work Type:

Full Time

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