Vascular Access Nurse - Pediatrics - Full Time - Nights

OU Medicine; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Student loan repayment up to $25,000

Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles

Night Shift Stipend

Job summary

OU Medicine in Oklahoma City is seeking a full-time Vascular Access Nurse specializing in pediatrics. This role focuses on delivering expert vascular access solutions to improve patient outcomes in a hospital setting. The position involves assisting physicians, monitoring patient data, administering medications, and engaging with families regarding care plans.

The ideal candidate is expected to hold a relevant nursing degree and a current RN license. Benefits include a sign-on bonus and student loan repayment. This is a night shift role from 7 PM to 7 AM.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse License required.
• 0-5 years of relevant nursing experience depending on RN level.
• Ability to document and assess patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in a hospital setting to various patients.
• Administer medications and monitor intravenous infusions.
• Document patient responses to interventions.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Nursing skills

Communication

Teamwork

Cultural competency

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing (preferred for RN III)

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

## Vascular Access Nurse - Pediatrics - Full Time - NightsApplylocations: Oklahoma Citytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0065210## **Position Title:**Vascular Access Nurse - Pediatrics - Full Time - Nights## **Department:**Pediatric Vascular Services## **Job Description:*****This position may be filled as an RN Level 1, 2, or 3, depending on individual experience, education, and other qualifications. Special Benefits: Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified individuals Student loan repayment up to $25,000 Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles Night Shift Stipend (if nights)*****At Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, our dedicated Pediatric Vascular Access Service delivers expert, end-to-end vascular access solutions designed to improve patient outcomes, reduce delays, and support clinical teams. As a specialized consult service, we don’t just place lines—we assess, recommend, and deliver the right device the first time, tailored to each patient’s unique treatment needs.*****Location: Oklahoma Children's Hospital******Shift: 7p-7a*****General Description:** An OU Health Registered Nurse (RN) II works under general supervision and provides nursing care in a hospital setting to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. They are a critical link within their department in maintaining and modeling nursing practice standards and upholding the nursing code of ethics to ensure the highest quality of safe, patient care. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting *Patients First*, pursuing *Relentless Excellence*, showing *Integrity*, seeking *Inclusion* for all staff and patients, always *Learning*, and valuing *Teamwork*.**Essential Responsibilities*** Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains nursing professional practice standards.* Assumes responsibility for an assigned patient or group of patients.* Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, noting all changes in physician order on assigned patients.* Assists physician in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.* Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients, and intervenes when necessary.* Administers medication as prescribed.* Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.* Delivers patient care competently; seeks coaching and mentoring from others as needed.* Resolves patient complaints in a timely manner in accordance with policy and in collaboration with support staff.* Informs patient and family of hospital procedures and shares care plan during the time of care and at the time of discharge.* Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.* Fosters a growth mindset through seeking mentorship, remaining open to coaching and feedback, and maintaining professional certification(s)/licensure in order to perpetually develop and uphold the skills required for proficiency within the nursing profession.* Develops a professional career plan and establishes personal, performance goals in alignment with enterprise-wide metrics, frequently measuring progress with department leadership.* Fosters an inclusive workforce where individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve OU Health’s winning aspiration.* Delegates tasks to clinical support staff as needed.* Interacts with the family and patient in sharing care plan(s) while in the hospital and at the time of discharge.* Provides feedback and opportunities for others to learn though formal and informal methods.* Performs other duties as assigned.**RN I-****Minimum Qualifications****Education:** Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.**Experience:** 0-3 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse.**License/Certification/Registration:*** Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)).* Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.**RN II-****Minimum Qualifications****Education:** Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.**Experience:** 3-5 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required.**License/Certification/Registration:*** Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)).* Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.* Specialty certification(s) preferred.**RN III-****Minimum Qualifications****Education:*** Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.* Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.**Experience:** 5+ years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required.**License/Certification/Registration:*** Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)).* Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.* Specialty certification(s) preferred.**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities*** Knowledge of advanced professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.* Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. Can work independently and as a contributing member of the team.* Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees.* Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.* Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients.* Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.* Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.* Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.* Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.* Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.* Skilled in advanced care delivery models and environmental design to ensure delivery of safe patient care that is evidence-based.* Ability to align behavior with personal values and determines fit with the organization’s culture.