RN - Vascular Access Specialist - Part time - Nights

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc. is seeking an experienced professional to join the Vascular Access Team, providing essential IV therapy to pediatric patients. The role includes responsibilities from patient education to clinical resource management.

Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills, a valid RN license, and certifications in BLS and PALS, along with minimum 2 years of experience in PIV placement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience with PIV placement.
• Direct pediatric patient care experience in ER, acute care, or critical care preferred.
• BLS and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Place IVs using vein viewing equipment, including ultrasound.
• Collaborate with clinical staff to provide education on vascular access.
• Round on inpatient units to offer targeted education and infection surveillance.

Skills

PIV placement

Interpersonal skills

Time-management

Education

Associate’s Degree from an accredited nursing school or Respiratory Therapy program

Valid Wisconsin RN license or Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner license

Job description

Position Overview

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized childhood health system. The Vascular Access Team provides peripheral intravenous (IV) therapy to pediatric patients requiring IV access, including long PIV and midline catheters. The role supports hospital-wide access needs and serves as a clinical resource for line management and education.

Responsibilities

• Place IVs using vein viewing equipment, including ultrasound.
• Assess and determine the most appropriate type and site of vascular access (PIV, Long PIV, Midline).
• Act as a clinical resource to evaluate existing lines and provide recommendations to the care team.
• Round on inpatient units to offer targeted education, infection surveillance, and data collection.
• Design and deliver ongoing staff education on peripheral line care, aseptic technique, site and dressing care, and venous access skills.
• Collaborate with physicians and other clinical staff to provide effective communication and education.
• Participate in hospital‑wide committees, including the Peripheral Intravenous Infiltrates and Extravasates (PIVIE), Central Line Associated Blood Stream Infections (CLABSI), and Pressure Ulcer Prevention (PUP) teams.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating operational policies, procedures, and programs related to vascular access.
• Apply current research findings to practice and introduce new evidence into clinical care.
• Participate in data collection regarding vascular access team activities, requests, and outcomes.
• Maintain and improve knowledge related to vascular access techniques and practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience with PIV placement.
• Direct pediatric patient care experience in ER, acute care, or critical care preferred.
• Previous experience with ultrasound‑guided line placement preferred.
• Associate’s Degree from an accredited nursing school or Respiratory Therapy program required.
• Valid Wisconsin RN license or Wisconsin Respiratory Care Practitioner license required.
• BLS‑Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification required.
• PALS‑Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required within 180 days.
• Ability to work independently with strong time‑management and prioritization skills.
• Capacity to handle physical and mental stress in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaboration with peers, supervisors, and medical staff.
• Ability to identify patients at risk for difficult IV access (DIVA) and apply pain‑reduction techniques.

EEO Statement

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.