Registered Nurse (RN) - IV Therapy - 24 hours/week, day shift
About The Position
Position Summary: The Registered Nurse for IV Therapy performs primary functions in assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients receiving any form of IV Therapy. Patients served include the days-old infant to and including the elderly. Is responsible for meeting established standards of Nursing Practice and for managing supplies & equipment in the delivery of IV Therapy. Is responsible for development and promoting collaborative & collegial relationships with physicians & intra-hospital personnel as they relate to the care of the patient receiving Intravenous Therapy. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- One year medical/surgical experience required
- Excellent IV placement skills and management of central lines required
- Peripheral lab drawing experience required
- Current Massachusetts RN licensure
- BCLS Required
- must possess exceptional vascular access skills
Nice To Haves
- Previous IV Therapy Team experience preferred
- PICC placement preferred
Responsibilities
- assessment
- planning
- implementing
- evaluating the care of patients receiving any form of IV Therapy
- meeting established standards of Nursing Practice
- managing supplies & equipment in the delivery of IV Therapy
- development and promoting collaborative & collegial relationships with physicians & intra-hospital personnel as they relate to the care of the patient receiving Intravenous Therapy
- placement of Peripheral IV's
- care, troubleshooting and maintenance of PIV and central lines for patients of all ages (pediatric to elderly)
- phlebotomy support
- members of the Code and Rapid Response teams at BH
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
