RN Vascular Access (Part Time, No Benefits, Mid-shift))

Company: Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Location: Homestead
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

RN Vascular Access (Part Time, No Benefits, Mid-shift))-19694DescriptionJob Summary Provides evidence-based vascular access care for pediatric patients that include Intravenous (IV) Access, Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) line placement & insertion, and dressing changes. Supports the nursing units, collaborates with the RNs, medical staff, and educates patients and their family members on the procedure in a compassionate patient and family centered care environment. Supports and upholds quality standards of a Magnet designated hospital and Patient Bill of Rights and practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director. Minimum Job Requirements

• CPR: Healthcare Provider
• RN licensure within the State of Florida.
• PALS certification completion within 2 years in this position.
• A minimum of one year RN experience is required.
• Proficient in IV insertion and placement. #INDMP QualificationsESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:Nursing Care Functions
  • Provides Vascular Access nursing care including Peripheral Intravenous (IV), Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) line insertion, placement, monitoring & dressing changes.
  • Communicates patient's progress, critical findings, and changes in the patients' condition w/ the physician or disciplines involved regarding IV therapy complications & procedure.
  • Educates patients & families on Vascular Access procedure, documents the teaching in Electronic Health Record & notifies RN and/or Physician of any patient/family concerns.
  • Assesses all body systems, absence of blood borne infections, surgical site infections & observance of skin integrity for prevention of skin breakdown.
  • Follows physician's orders and administers medications. Adheres to the six rights of medication administration.
  • Plans, implements and documents the plan of care in collaboration with the other disciplines and services to assure safe and efficient care.
  • Delegates nursing care based on knowledge of staff qualifications and competency.
  • Performs reassessments as per policy, when there is a change in the plan of care or when an intervention is performed.
  • Assembles medical equipment and supplies for procedure and restock supplies. Charting/Documentation
    • Accesses electronic health record independently according to hospital policy and completes accurate and timely documentation in the patient's electronic health record. Quality/Safety
      • Promotes an "error free" working environment by consistently providing high-quality, safe care as per hospital policies, conducts prevention rounding and follows up on identified concerns promptly.
      • Assesses all body systems, ensures safe, effective, efficient care delivery with emphasis on the absence of medication errors, avoidance of falls, ouch-free procedural pain & reduction of pain.
      • Completes the hand off process at shift change, provides patient information, communicates pending IV's, PICC line insertions, and dressing changes.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
        • BSN Degree or currently enrolled in BSN program
        • Pediatric Nursing and/or experience working in an Emergency and/or ICU Nursing department preferred
        • Experience with PICC Line placement preferred
        • Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
        • Ability to manage multiple priorities and strong time management skills
        • Effective verbal and written communication skills
        • Computer literate
        • Career Development: National certified preferably within 5 years of hire
        • Works effectively in a collaborative environment
        • Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based practice, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice
        • Able to analyze and interpret data and utilize the information to make judgments regarding patient care
        • Able to float to various nursing units while maintaining the delivery of clinical excellence and high quality service
        • On-call assignment per department and hospital policyJob:Nursing - ClinicalPrimary Location:Florida-Miami-Nicklaus Children's Hospital - Main Hospital CampusDepartment:VASCULAR ACCESS TEAM-2100-715000Job Status:Part Time No Benefits

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