Registered Nurse- Vascular Access Team

Indiana University Health System • Lafayette, LA

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About The Position

Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate? Please apply through our pipeline requisition here: iuhealth.org/ApplyRN . This pipeline requisition allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to pair upcoming & recent nurse graduates with the best opportunities available to them based on their unique skillset and interests. Thanks for your interest in joining the team! Indiana University Health is looking for passionate, experienced nurses to join our team and collaborate with top medical professionals. At IU Health, you will learn and develop your career in significant ways, advancing healthcare and delivering the highest level of patient care. Being an IU Health nurse means building a professional nursing career designed by a culture that accepts your outstanding strengths and supports your personal and professional goals. If you are seeking an organization where you can develop clinical expertise, explore diverse career opportunities, embrace learning, cultivate new relationships, and fuel your spirit of inquiry, apply today. We are looking for a Full-time RN that will work a schedule of 4 ten-hour shifts. The VAT nurse will be responsible for a variety of responsibilities including: performing comprehensive vascular assessments, insert & manage peripheral IV’s/midlines/PICC lines using ultrasound guidance and aseptic technique, respond to VAT consults across ICU, PCU, Med/Surg, Maternal Child Health, and ED, monitor & trouble shoot vascular access devices for patency/infection/mechanical issues, educate patient & staff, maintain accurate documentation, adhere to infection control protocols & hospital policies, participate in quality improvement initiatives, serve as a resource & mentor to nursing staff regarding vascular access best practices, and collaborate with leadership to grow & enhance the hospital’s vascular access program. We require this position holder to have a current Vascular Access Certification (VA-BC) and prefer a minimum of 2 years of nursing experience with a strong preference in vascular access experience. The VAT RN needs to be proficient in ultra-sound guided vascular access, have the ability to make strong clinical judgements, and have excellent communication skills. Nursing Skills Gained Advanced vascular access techniques and device selection. Proficiency in sterile procedures and infection control. Clinical decision-making in complex patient care scenarios. Leadership in patient education and staff training. Enhanced communication and teamwork across disciplines. Hospital Successes & Recognition Multiple DAISY Award-winning nurses recognized for exceptional care. Contributions to system-wide reductions in CLABSI rates. Participation in quality improvement initiatives presented at national conferences. Part of IU Health, Indiana’s #1 ranked healthcare system. Magnet®-designated facility, recognizing excellence in nursing and patient care. Hospital Culture Highlights Supportive, team-based environment with strong mentorship. Active engagement in shared governance and professional development. Emphasis on evidence-based practice and continuous learning. Recognition programs that celebrate innovation and clinical excellence.

Requirements

• Requires 1 year RN experience.
• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• We require this position holder to have a current Vascular Access Certification (VA-BC)
• The VAT RN needs to be proficient in ultra-sound guided vascular access, have the ability to make strong clinical judgements, and have excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• prefer a minimum of 2 years of nursing experience with a strong preference in vascular access experience.

Responsibilities

• performing comprehensive vascular assessments
• insert & manage peripheral IV’s/midlines/PICC lines using ultrasound guidance and aseptic technique
• respond to VAT consults across ICU, PCU, Med/Surg, Maternal Child Health, and ED
• monitor & trouble shoot vascular access devices for patency/infection/mechanical issues
• educate patient & staff
• maintain accurate documentation
• adhere to infection control protocols & hospital policies
• participate in quality improvement initiatives
• serve as a resource & mentor to nursing staff regarding vascular access best practices
• collaborate with leadership to grow & enhance the hospital’s vascular access program

Benefits

• Competitive benefits.
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match.
• Employer paid medical leave.
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness – IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program.
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck. The more you participate, the more you earn.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees