Mobile Vascular Access RN

Vellum Health; League City (TX); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 95 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Vellum Health seeks a dedicated Vascular Access Registered Nurse (RN) to join its mobile healthcare team across Texas, focusing on assessment, placement, and management of vascular access devices for IV therapy.

The ideal candidate has 1.5–2 years of vascular access RN experience, Texas RN licensure, and strong clinical and communication skills. Travel within a 100-mile radius of home base is required to serve SNFs, hospitals, and clinics.

Qualifications

• Active Texas RN license required.
• 1.5–2 years of vascular access RN experience.
• Proficiency with PICC, midlines and peripheral IVs.
• Strong assessment, troubleshooting and infection control skills.
• Excellent communication and patient/family education skills.

Responsabilités

• Perform insertion, maintenance, and management of vascular access devices (PICC, midlines, peripheral IVs).
• Assess patients to determine the most appropriate vascular access device.
• Educate patients and families on procedures and device care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and specialists for optimal care.
• Document procedures accurately.
• Identify and manage complications such as infection, thrombosis, and occlusions.

Connaissances

Vascular access devices

Critical thinking

Patient education

Communication

Formation

RN license in Texas

Description du poste

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Vascular Access Registered Nurse (RN) to join our mobile healthcare team. The mobile Vascular Access RN will specialize in the assessment, placement, and management of vascular access devices for patients requiring intravenous (IV) therapy in various locations within Texas. The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of vascular access techniques, patient care protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while delivering high-quality care.

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Vascular Access Registered Nurse (RN) to join our mobile healthcare team. The mobile Vascular Access RN will specialize in the assessment, placement, and management of vascular access devices for patients requiring intravenous (IV) therapy in various locations within Texas. The ideal candidate will have advanced knowledge of vascular access techniques, patient care protocols, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while delivering high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Vascular Access Procedures: Perform insertion, maintenance, and management of vascular access devices (e.g., ultrasound guided peripheral IVs, PICC lines, and midlines) following evidence-based practice protocols.
• Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine the most appropriate vascular access device based on individual needs and medical conditions.
• Patient Education: Provide patients and families with information regarding vascular access procedures, device care, and maintenance, ensuring patient understanding and comfort.
• Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., physicians, other nurses, and specialists) to ensure comprehensive patient care and optimal vascular access management.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of vascular access procedures.
• Troubleshooting and Complications Management: Identify and address potential complications such as infection, thrombosis, and occlusions. Provide care and interventions as necessary.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Current, active RN license in Texas.
• Experience: Minimum of 1.5-2 years of current experience as vascular access Registered Nurse is required.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency in vascular access devices and procedures (e.g., PICC, midlines, peripheral IVs, etc.).
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to manage and troubleshoot complications associated with vascular access devices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and support patients and families.
• Physical Demands: Ability to stand, walk, and perform manual dexterity tasks for extended periods. Ability to lift and position patients as necessary.
• Travel Requirement: This is a mobile healthcare position. Clinicians travel to skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, and other healthcare locations throughout their assigned region to provide vascular access services. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel are required. Travel within a 100-mile radius of your home base may be required depending on patient needs and staffing demands. While not every shift will require extensive travel, flexibility is essential to ensure timely patient care and regional coverage.