Mercy Health Toledo , OH 43601
Posted 1 week ago
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Toledo Market
Full Time Days
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Vascular Access Nurse is a Registered Nurse who possesses knowledge and skills regarding vascular access device placement. The Vascular Access Nurse will demonstrate appropriate patient assessment and safe placement of a multitude of vascular devices including: peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC - upper and lower extremity), mid-line intravenous catheter, intraosseous access, ultrasound guided PIV catheter, central venous catheter, temporary hemodialysis catheters, and/or arterial line. The vascular access nurse will have experience in insertion and maintenance of these lines. The individual will serve as a clinical expert, resource, and consultant to hospital staff regarding IV therapy according to professional nursing practice standards, specific facility policy/procedures, the Infusion Nurses Society Standards of Care, and the Association of Vascular Access.
Essential Job Functions
Thorough knowledge and proficient technical ability in the use of vascular access device equipment (Ultrasound, ECG based tip location device).
Troubleshoot, access, dress central venous catheters as well as implanted tunneled central lines.
Educates and/or orients new staff members and serves as an educational resource related to PICC's and IV therapy for patients, family members, ancillary services, medical staff, administrative staff, and the community served by Bon Secours Mercy Health Care.
Adheres to age specific delivery of care and the appropriate insertion of vascular access devices from the pediatric to adult populations.
Reports quality issues regarding products and services.
Collect and analyze data, enter charges, and reconcile charges as assigned.
Will serve as a clinical expert, resource, and consultant to hospital staff regarding IV therapy according to professional nursing practice standards, specific facility policy/procedures, the Infusion Nurses Society Standards of Care, and the Association of Vascular Access. Refer to Essential Job Functions.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Valid driver's license (required)
License as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio (required)
BLS, Basic Life Support (required)
ACLS, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (required)
VA-BC, Vascular Access Board Certification (preferred, required within 1 year of employment)
Education
ASN, Associates of Science in Nursing (required)
BSN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred)
Work Experience
2 years of vascular access device placement including PICC (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) placement, midline placement, and the use of ultrasound guidance for device placement. (preferred)
Hours:
Shift: Days
Hours: 9:00AM - 9:30PM
Hours per pay period: 72
Weekend, holiday and on-call rotation required per department policy
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Work Shift:
Days/Evenings (United States of America)
Department:
Vascular Access Team
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health
Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours
Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
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