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Corewell Health RN Vascular Access Team in Royal Oak, Michigan
Vascular Access Team Registered Nurse. Works with the multidisciplinary team to insert the correct line for the correct patient at the correct time. This team inserts Ultrasound Guided IVs, Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters, and Midline catheters. Critical care experience is preferred. Within 2 years of hire this RN will obtain Vascular Access Board Certification.
Scope of work
The Vascular Access RN is a preferred bachelor's prepared RN who demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills in the care of patients requiring difficult/advanced IV access. TheVascular Access RN places ultrasound guided PIV, PICC lines and extended dwell peripheral IV catheters. The Vascular Access Team monitors and maintains; troubleshoots, declots, and repositions these vascular access devices for all adult inpatient units. Additionally, the RN monitors quality metrics related to vascular access devices.
Plans, evaluates, and implements interventions for solving IV related patient care challenges.
Inserts, troubleshoots, and maintains ultrasound guided PIV, PICC lines and Midline/extended dwell peripheral IV vascular access devices. Performs weekly dressing changes and may assist staff with dressing changes.
Acts as a resource to medical and nursing staff for vascular access device therapy, assessment, products and procedures.
Participates in monitoring of quality metrics related to vascular access devices.
Keeps current on new advances in IV therapy and vascular access devices.
Participates in development, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement/performance improvement activities related to vascular access devices and patient quality and safety.
Maintains current knowledge of core measures and assist in performing chart audits, monitoring, and follow up with staff.
Interprets and implements policies and procedures set forth by nursing and hospital administration
The clinical nurse, under the ANA scope of practice utilizes the framework of the nursing process to provide professional nursing care by incorporating patient-family centered care principles. The Clinical Nurse provides quality patient care under the direction of the Nurse Leader according to Beaumont policies and procedures.
About Farmington Hills Hospital
Recognized by U.S News and World Report as one of the nation’s high-performing facilities for multiple procedures and conditions and has been recognized as a Magnet-designed hospital for nursing excellence. This hospital has grown in size and capabilities over the decades to become a Level II trauma center, serving the community since 1965. It also serves as the base teaching hospital for Michigan State University.
How we will care for you, while you care for our patients
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here (https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/benefits-new) .
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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Free onsite parking
Qualifications
Associates in Nursing Required
Bachelors in Nursing Required within 5 years
MI Registered Nurse (RN) Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire from one of the following organizations - American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Canadian Heart and Stroke.
AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Required within 6 months
Specialty Certification highly recommended within 2 years
2 years of relevant experience Clinical experience. Preferred
External candidates are required to have a minimum of 15 months of clinical experience (1 year clinical experience + completion of nursing orientation) required.
External candidates must successfully complete a competency assessment provided by nursing education required. Required
Internal candidates with less than 2 years of clinical experience must submit a letter of recommendation from their current Nurse Manager. Required
Primary Location
SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Road - Royal Oak
Department Name
Nursing Vascular Access Team - Royal Oak
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Evening (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
24
Hours of Work
24
Days Worked
2
Weekend Frequency
Every third weekend
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