Vascular Access Nurse | PICC/Midline Specialist

Griffin Hospital; Derby (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Griffin Hospital is seeking a Vascular Access Nurse to provide access to a patient’s circulatory system through devices from peripheral IVs to central venous catheters. The role requires experience with vascular line placement and maintenance.

Ideal candidates have five years of nursing experience, at least two years with PICC/Midline insertions, and CRNI credentials are preferred. The position emphasizes patient education, infection control, and collaboration with the care team.

Qualifications

• Five year’s nursing experience.
• Two year’s experience in PICC/Midline insertions.
• Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide patient consultations for Vascular Access Device appropriateness using diagnosis, intravenous plan of therapy, prognosis, and medical/surgical history.
• Follows the national Standards of Practice set by the Infusion Nurses Society.
• Set up and perform vascular access procedures as ordered; appropriately trained clinicians may perform basic insertions.
• Use infection prevention measures, including hand washing, PPE, and maximal sterile field.
• Use ultrasound guidance when appropriate for VAD access.
• Document and report post-insertion details to licensed personnel caring for the patient.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and infection control procedures.
• Troubleshoot/declot obstructed central line catheters.
• Monitor PICC/Midline and educate staff on line care.
• Submit surveillance data for Quality and Infection Control.
• Provide infusion consultation to enhance IV skills of nursing staff.
• Teach patients and staff how to care for the line.

Skills

Vascular access techniques

PICC insertion

Midline insertion

Ultrasound guidance

Infection control

Patient education

Documentation

Job description

Griffin Hospital is seeking a Vascular Access Nurse to provide access to a patient’s circulatory system through devices from peripheral IVs to central venous catheters. The role requires experience with vascular line placement and maintenance.

Ideal candidates have five years of nursing experience, at least two years with PICC/Midline insertions, and CRNI credentials are preferred. The position emphasizes patient education, infection control, and collaboration with the care team.