Registered Nurse - Vascular Access

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location differential

Certification Reimbursement

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Indianapolis seeks an experienced RN for the Vascular Access Team on a 3/12 night shift. The role centers on placing and managing PICCs, midlines, peripheral IVs, and central lines with patient comfort and safety as top priorities.

Required ASN with RN license (Indiana or NLC) and BLS; BSN preferred. Certifications reimbursed; location differential offered; join a values-driven team focused on excellence and patient care.

Qualifications

• We require ASN with a preferred BSN and active RN license in Indiana or NLC.
• Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program is required.
• Basic Life Support certification through the AHA is required.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide vascular access procedures including PICCs, midlines, and central lines.
• Ensure safe, efficient access with minimal patient discomfort and complications.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
• Maintain patient safety and vessel health with best practice standards.

Skills

Ultrasound assessment

Advanced ultrasound needling

Sterility training

Complications management

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an RN with 1+ years of experience in inpatient nursing. Critical Care/ICU Step Down experience preferred.

Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals.

Vascular Access MH & UH

The Vascular Access Team (VAT) at Methodist and University Hospital provides specialized vascular access services. This team is composed of highly trained professionals skilled in the placement, maintenance, and troubleshooting of various vascular access devices, including peripheral IVs, peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs), midlines, and central lines.

This position is referral eligible and qualifies for a location differential.

Shift: 3/12's Night shift

Objective

The primary objective of the Vascular Access Team is to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality vascular access for patients requiring intravenous therapy. This includes minimizing complications, reducing the need for repeated needle sticks, and improving overall patient comfort and outcomes.

Goals

The Vascular Access Team aims to provide the highest standard of care by ensuring that vascular access procedures are performed with minimal discomfort and maximum safety. All efforts are carried out in conjunction with current standards of practice, with patient safety and vessel health and preservation in mind.

Nursing Skills Gained

• Sterility Training
• Ultrasound Assessment
• Advanced Ultrasound Needling
• Complications Management

Unit Culture

• Values Based Culture (Team, Compassion, Excellence, Purpose)
• Patient Facing
• No Call
• Rotating Holiday Schedule for Advanced Planning
• Certification Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

At IU Health, you will learn and develop your career in significant ways, advancing healthcare and delivering the highest level of patient care. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can develop clinical expertise, explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry,