Vascular Access RN: Acute Care Specialist (PICC/Ultrasound)

University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Benefits (403b)

Insurance Benefits (Life, Long-Term, /

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center is seeking skilled nurses for the Vascular Access team in Burlington. The role involves inserting peripheral IVs and PICCs from pediatric to adult patients, using vascular visualization devices including ultrasound, and collaborating with staff on device management and complications.

Responsibilities include patient-centered care, unit-based education, and participation in quality improvement initiatives. On-call is not required.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont.
• ADN required, BSN preferred.
• Appropriate experience in the specific clinical area.
• Varies by unit.

Responsibilities

• Insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters and PICCs for pediatric to adult patients using vascular visualization devices, including ultrasound.
• Consulting with staff related to vascular access devices and complications.
• Caring for and maintaining vascular access devices and interventions for PICC issues such as catheter clearance and dressing management.
• Providing unit-based education.
• Participating in quality and process improvement projects.

Skills

Vascular access

Ultrasound guidance

Education

ADN

BSN

Job description

The University of Vermont Health - UVM Medical Center is seeking skilled nurses for the Vascular Access team in Burlington. The role involves inserting peripheral IVs and PICCs from pediatric to adult patients, using vascular visualization devices including ultrasound, and collaborating with staff on device management and complications.

Responsibilities include patient-centered care, unit-based education, and participation in quality improvement initiatives. On-call is not required.