Registered Nurse Vascular Access
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Facility: Ascension Saint Alexius Department: Vascular Venous Access PICC Schedule: Day shift l Full-time Salary: $37.15 - 52.44 per hour Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Advanced Vascular Insertion: Perform expert Ultrasound-Guided insertions of PICCs, Midlines, and difficult peripheral IVs, ensuring first-stick success and adherence to the Vessel Health and Preservation (VHP) model. Comprehensive Line Management: Provide specialized clinical care for all central and midline access devices, including expert-level sterile dressing changes, troubleshooting, and line maintenance to ensure zero CLABSI complications. Clinical Coordination: Act as the primary vascular access consultant, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to evaluate, implement, and monitor patient-specific infusion care plans. Safety & Documentation: Note and execute physician orders for vascular access while meticulously recording patient conditions, device tip-locations, and discharge education to ensure a seamless continuum of care. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire. What additional preferences we're seeking 2 years of Vascular Access Nursing Trained in the use of Ultrasound Guided Intravenous access for PICC, Midline and Peripheral Skillful at all types of central lines and midlines including access and dressings
Requirements
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
Nice To Haves
- 2 years of Vascular Access Nursing
- Trained in the use of Ultrasound Guided Intravenous access for PICC, Midline and Peripheral
- Skillful at all types of central lines and midlines including access and dressings
Responsibilities
- Perform expert Ultrasound-Guided insertions of PICCs, Midlines, and difficult peripheral IVs, ensuring first-stick success and adherence to the Vessel Health and Preservation (VHP) model.
- Provide specialized clinical care for all central and midline access devices, including expert-level sterile dressing changes, troubleshooting, and line maintenance to ensure zero CLABSI complications.
- Act as the primary vascular access consultant, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to evaluate, implement, and monitor patient-specific infusion care plans.
- Note and execute physician orders for vascular access while meticulously recording patient conditions, device tip-locations, and discharge education to ensure a seamless continuum of care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
