Vascular Access RN: PICC/IV Ultrasound, Acute Care

University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC) in Burlington, VT, seeks a Vascular Access Nurse to join the Vascular Access team. Responsibilities include inserting peripheral IVs and PICCs, using ultrasound guidance, and consulting on device issues.

Prior IV skills and at least 2 years of acute care experience are preferred. The role involves patient education, participation in quality projects, and collaboration with staff to ensure high-quality vascular access care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience.
• Prior IV skills strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Insertion of peripheral IVs and PICCs using visualization devices including ultrasound.
• Consult on vascular access devices and complications.
• Care for and maintain vascular access devices; manage PICC issues.
• Provide unit-based education.
• Participate in quality and process improvement projects.

Skills

Peripheral IV insertion

PICC insertion

Ultrasound guidance

Tools

Vascular visualization devices

Job description

University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC) in Burlington, VT, seeks a Vascular Access Nurse to join the Vascular Access team. Responsibilities include inserting peripheral IVs and PICCs, using ultrasound guidance, and consulting on device issues.

Prior IV skills and at least 2 years of acute care experience are preferred. The role involves patient education, participation in quality projects, and collaboration with staff to ensure high-quality vascular access care.