Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) - PICC Nurse
About The Position
VIC the PICC (VTP) is a specialized healthcare provider offering vascular access consulting services to acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home healthcare. Its services include vascular access device insertion, post-access support such as declotting, line removal, port access, and venous access troubleshooting, as well as continuing education and precepting for clinical team members and customers. VTP delivers on-site and mobile services throughout the Western and Southern United States. The Vascular Access Nurse Consultant works collaboratively with customer clinical teams to resolve venous access issues and support treatment objectives set by the treating physician. Depending on the referral, work may take place inside or outside a hospital and across varied clinical settings. The role includes placing PICCs, midlines, and peripheral IVs with ultrasound guidance, confirming PICC tips with ECG technology, managing vascular access devices, providing related support services, and educating facility nursing staff. This is a per diem position requiring at least four scheduled shifts per month, typically about eight hours each, with availability to pick up additional shifts as needed. Weekend availability and participation in a holiday rotation are required. Current openings are for 1 p.m.–9 p.m. or 2 p.m.–10 p.m. Consultants travel to assigned customer facilities. Compensation is based on experience and relevant certifications, with an hourly pay range of $60–$90.
Requirements
- Current, active Registered Nurse license.
- Strong, recent vascular access experience, including prior independent PICC insertion experience; PICC certification training is not provided.
- Experience placing PICCs, midlines, or other vascular access devices using ultrasound.
- Experience placing ultrasound-guided IVs (USGIVs).
- Experience in vascular access device management, including care, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- American Heart BLS Certification.
- Valid driver's license, active auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work independently and meet scheduling requirements for the job classification.
- Minimum of 3 years of acute care RN experience.
- Must have a smartphone for scheduling and documentation.
- Must be available for at least four scheduled shifts per month, typically approximately 8 hours each, and be able to pick up additional shifts as needed.
- Weekend availability and participation in the holiday rotation are required.
- Comfort working independently across varied clinical settings.
- Must love vascular access.
Responsibilities
- Place PICCs, midlines, and peripheral IVs using ultrasound guidance.
- Use ECG technology for PICC tip confirmation.
- Assist with management of PICCs and other vascular access devices.
- Provide vascular access support services, including port access, line removal, and declotting.
- Educate facility nursing staff on PICCs, midlines, and other CVADs.
- Collaborate with customer clinical teams to address venous access issues and support physician-set treatment objectives.
- Travel to assigned customer facilities and work independently across varied clinical settings.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses.
- Ongoing education, training, and mentorship.
- Full-time employees receive medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) match, and paid time off.
- Company-provided vehicle or mileage reimbursement for travel between patient sites.
- Supportive culture with 24/7 on-call support.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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