Vascular Access Nurse (PICC RN) - Per Diem

Overview

At Landmark Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Landmark Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Landmark Medical Center is a 214-bed acute care hospital in Woonsocket, RI. The hospital has been “A” rated for patient safety by The Leapfrog Group and has received numerous Healthgrades awards for patient safety excellence, heart care, and orthopedics. Originally known as the "Woonsocket Hospital," Landmark Medical Center has been serving the communities of northern Rhode Island and southern Massachusetts since 1873. Learn more at www.landmarkmedical.org.

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Responsibilities

Assess patients, place and assist in maintenance of the appropriate vascular access device (VAD) at the bedside, using ultrasound and modified Seldinger Technique (MST) for placement. Utilize a high degree of computer skills with data input and reporting mechanisms. Document data for quality measures of routine audits and CORE Measures; may include clinical trials and studies. Check and reorder supplies and medications, and stock as needed daily. Prioritize all requests based on acuity and discharge. Provide education to patients and family/significant others, and staff. Follow up on patient VAD status, dressing changes, and troubleshooting problems.

Qualifications

1. Current and valid State RN License.
2. Current BLS and ACLS (AHA/ARC) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
3. Infusion Nurse Certification preferred.
4. Completion of Ultrasound guided PICC placement using Modified Seldinger Technique program.
5. Minimum of three years’ nursing experience, with a high level of competency in peripheral catheter placement.
6. PICC and other Vascular Access Device care required.