- Provide expert level of direct nursing care related to vascular access services (VAS), includes evaluation, pre/post venous access, device placement and monitoring.
- Provide vascular access care across all age populations.
Support and comply with the Infusion Nurses Society (INS) standards of practice and maintain the quality of venous access care. - Facilitate communication among members of the health care team; provide consultation and resource for all VAS customers.
- Active participation on committees within the department.
? Current license to practice nursing in the State of Michigan
? Three (3) or more years of recent RN nursing experience
? Must function independently in a collaborative environment
? Ability to assess appropriateness of vascular access devices and prioritize workload
? Two (2) or more years of current PIV insertion experience
? Proficiency with using ultrasound guidance for PIV insertion
One (1) or more years of current PICC and Midline insertion
REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE CONSTANT STANDING AND WALKING; TRANSPORTING OF EQUIPMENT & ULTRASOUND MACHINES; FREQUENT BENDING AND TWISTING AT PATIENT BEDSIDES.
In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
? BSN
? Certification in Infusion Nursing and/or Vascular Access
? Active member of a vascular access related professional organization
? Vascular Access Team Nursing experience including adult and pediatric patient populations
? Recent experience specializing in advanced intravenous therapy access and skills
? Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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