Pediatric Vascular Access Team – Registered Nurse – Level 2

University of Rochester•City of Rochester, NY

2d•$39 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Pediatric Vascular Access Team is seeking a clinically skilled and motivated Registered Nurse to provide expert vascular access care for pediatric patients from neonates through 19 years of age. This autonomous and collaborative role requires the ability to work independently while partnering with interdisciplinary teams across multiple patient care environments. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of nursing experience.
Pediatric experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

PICC certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provision of competent direct patient care based on established standards.
Contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system at the unit level.
Supports peers in the delivery of patient care services and assumes an expanded role which may include charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member responsibilities.
Assessing patients for appropriate vascular access.
Coordinating and performing PICC line insertions (including recommendations for procedural support when indicated).
Performing ultrasound-guided peripheral IV insertions.
Serving as a vascular access resource by providing education, mentorship, and bedside consultation to nursing staff regarding peripheral IV insertion, vascular access device selection, ongoing assessment, maintenance, troubleshooting, and management.
Participating in evidence-based practice initiatives, quality improvement projects, and interdisciplinary safety teams to advance pediatric vascular access practice and improve patient outcomes.