Registered Nurse, Vascular Access - PICC & USGIV, Full-Time, First

UC Health; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health’s University of Cincinnati Medical Center seeks a full-time Registered Nurse in Vascular Access to deliver ultrasound-guided PICC and peripheral IV care for inpatients and outpatients at a Level I Trauma Center.

You will perform bedside insertions, assess devices, educate patients and families, and document care in the medical record per policy. The role emphasizes clinical excellence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Associates degree minimum; BSN preferred.
• Current OH RN license.
• BLS certification.
• Vascular access or ultrasound experience required.

Responsibilities

• Bedside insertion of PICC, midlines, and peripheral IV catheters under ultrasound guidance.
• Examine, assess, and evaluate vascular access devices.
• Provide education to patients and family on the procedure and line care.
• Identifies and responds to patient needs related to behavioral health, or culturally guided care.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, professionalism, accountability, flexibility, and cooperation.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation within the medical record per hospital policy.
• Supports personal and peer professional development and time/attendance policies.

Skills

Vascular access

Ultrasound-guided procedures

Patient education

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

OH RN License

BLS certification

Tools

Ultrasound

Job description

Job Description

Registered Nurse, Vascular Access - PICC & USGIV, Day Shift

UC Health is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) for the Vascular Access department at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.

The Vascular Access Nurse will support the Medical Center's inpatient and outpatient population at the Level I Trauma Center, delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As the pioneering hospital of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care teams utilizing the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available. UC Medical Center has 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees.

Unit Details

• No on-call requirements
• Set holiday and weekend rotation based on unit staffing
• Develop invaluable experience working at a Level 1 trauma center.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing.

The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. The care is culturally based and age-specific.

• Bedside insertion of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC), midlines, and peripheral IV catheters under ultrasound guidance.
• Examine, assess, and evaluate vascular access devices.
• Provide education to patients and family members on the procedure to be performed as well as line care and maintenance.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs resulting from behavioral health problems, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, professionalism, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in meeting the needs of the hospital.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation within the medical record per hospital policy.
• Assumes responsibility for personal professional development and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others. Time and Attendance Policy. Supports effective use of staff and supplies.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
• Associates Degree, minimum required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred
• Current OH RN License
• BLS certification
• Relevant vascular access or ultrasound experience required

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

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