RN, Vascular Access Team - Allegheny General Hospital

High Market Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a registered nurse for the Vascular Access Team at Allegheny General Hospital. The position involves performing clinical assessments, IV insertions, and educating patients, requiring a current PA RN license and at least two years of recent nursing experience. Join a collaborative team focused on delivering exceptional patient-centered care in a supportive environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of recent nursing experience.
• Proficient in peripheral IV insertion.
• Willingness to obtain certification within three years.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments and care planning.
• Manage patient care activities of team members.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Peripheral IV insertion

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Education

Current PA RN license

BLS certification

CPR certification

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

Date Posted: 20250521

Location: Allegheny General Hospital
Department: Vascular Access Team
Status: Full Time
Shift: 80 hours every two weeks
Schedule: Day/Night rotation with rotating weekends and holidays per policy
Union: Yes

The Unit: The Vascular Access Team at AGH is a highly skilled team of nurses responsible for assisting and gaining access to a patient's circulatory system.

About Allegheny General Hospital:

• Level I Shock Trauma Center
• Five state-of-the-art ICUs
• State-of-the-art Cancer Center
• Over 550 beds

About Allegheny Health Network:

At AHN, employees work collaboratively with a focus on patient-centered care. This nine-hospital system, part of Highmark Health, is transforming healthcare by providing effective services to communities. AHN values inclusivity, fresh perspectives, and offers growth and educational opportunities for employees.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform clinical assessments and care planning.
• Provide safe, effective care according to regulatory standards for the patient population served.
• Manage and direct patient care activities of team members professionally.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team from admission to discharge.
• Assess learning needs of patients and families; provide education tailored to age, culture, and willingness to learn.
• Insert peripheral IVs.
• Insert midline catheters.
• Participate in PICC line insertion team.
• Perform ultrasound-guided peripheral IV insertions.
• Contribute to data collection for quality and surveillance.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• Current PA RN license in good standing.
• At least two years of recent nursing experience.
• Proficient in peripheral IV insertion.
• Willing to obtain certification within three years.
• BLS certification.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Clearance.
• Current PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure via eNLC.
• CPR certification.

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general duties and responsibilities and may not include all tasks required for this role.

Compliance: This position adheres to ethical, legal, and behavioral standards as per company policies, including HIPAA compliance and data security guidelines.

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