Vascular Access Specialist

CMP01 Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing for select positions

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc. in Florida seeks a skilled registered nurse to manage vascular access devices, including PICC and midline catheters. The role emphasizes collaboration with medical and nursing staff to ensure safe device placement and patient care.

You will document care, contribute to infection control measures, and mentor nurses on IV access, aiming to uphold clinical excellence and patient safety across departments.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Florida.
• BLS and ACLS required.
• PICC certification preferred.
• BSN preferred.
• 1–2 years PICC experience.
• Excellent peripheral IV skills.

Responsibilities

• Review daily admission report for patients admitted with key diagnoses.
• Meet with ICP daily for a morning report on workflow and vascular patient assessments.
• Collaborate with medical and nursing staff on vascular access device placement and use.
• Responsible for medical record documentation, vascular assessment, and PICC/midline catheter placement.
• Administer CathFlo hospital-wide when ordered by a physician.
• Educate and mentor nursing staff on IV access and infection control policies.
• Assist with quality monitoring, data collection, and outcome analysis for infection control.
• Support nursing during peripheral IV placement and dressing changes.

Skills

Effective communication

Vascular access expertise

Peripheral IV skills

Education

RN license (Florida)

BLS/ACLS

BSN preferred

Job description

As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence. Degree Requirements: Certification: More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.

Position Responsibilities

• Reviews daily admission report for patients admitted with key diagnoses.
• Meets with the ICP on a daily basis (M-F) for a morning report concerning the previous day's work flow and patient assessments of vascular requirements.
• Collaborates with the medical and nursing staff using effective communication skills to serve as a resource and consultant on the use and placement of all vascular access devices.
• Responsible for medical record documentation, vascular assessment, placement of PICC /midline catheters and supply chain charging.
• Responsible for the hospital-wide administration of CathFlo when ordered by a physician.
• Provide education and mentoring of nursing staff regarding IV accesses and therapies; assist with the writing, review and maintenance of Infection Control IV policies.
• Assist with continuous quality monitoring by collecting data, performing outcome analysis and assisting Infection Control on performance improvements as needed.
• Responsible to assist nursing when placement of peripheral IVs and dressing changes are difficult.
• Demonstrates knowledge and practice on the use of ultrasound for vascular placement.
• Demonstrates understanding of principles of infection control / CLABSI infection prevention strategies.
• Demonstrates ability to be flexible, maintain composure and focus in stressful situations.
• Demonstrates ability to manage time effectively, set priorities, and seek direction from appropriate resources when necessary.
• Maintains current professional standards by on-going self- education methods and attending periodic professional conferences.
• Complete a formal PICC education within (1) year of hire if not previously completed within the last (3) years.
• Abilityy to have a flexible work schedule with rotating (1) weekend day.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the State of Florida.
• BLS and ACLS required.
• PICC certified preferred Education Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• BSN preferred.
• Experience 1 to 2 years of PICC experience.
• Excellent peripheral IV skills required.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!