Vascular Access Nurse

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association is seeking a Vascular Access RN responsible for delivering expert bedside vascular access services across inpatient units. You will perform ultrasound-guided insertions of peripheral IVs, midlines, and PICC lines, assess line necessity, monitor for complications, and collaborate with physicians and bedside nurses.

Educate staff and patients on line care, follow evidence-based infection prevention protocols, and document procedures thoroughly in the EMR

Qualifications

• Expertise in vascular access procedures, including ultrasound-guided techniques.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and educational skills.
• Knowledge of infection prevention protocols and documentation standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, mission-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound-guided insertion and maintenance of peripheral IVs, midlines, and PICC lines.
• Assess line necessity and monitor for complications.
• Collaborate with physicians and bedside nurses to ensure optimal patient care.
• Educate staff and patients on line care and maintenance.
• Follow evidence-based protocols to prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Document procedures thoroughly in the EMR.
• Support rapid response efforts and precept peers in a collaborative environment.

Skills

Ultrasound-guided techniques

Collaboration & education

Infection prevention & documentation

Team-oriented approach

Job description

Role: Vascular Access RN responsible for delivering expert bedside vascular access services across inpatient units.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound-guided insertion and maintenance of peripheral IVs, midlines, and PICC lines.
• Assess line necessity and monitor for complications.
• Collaborate with physicians and bedside nurses to ensure optimal patient care.
• Educate staff and patients on line care and maintenance.
• Follow evidence-based protocols to prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Document procedures thoroughly in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Support rapid response efforts and precept peers in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications And Skills

• Expertise in vascular access procedures, including ultrasound-guided techniques.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and educational skills.
• Knowledge of infection prevention protocols and documentation standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, mission-driven setting.