Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) – PICC Nurse
About The Position
VIC the PICC (VTP) is a specialized healthcare provider delivering vascular access consulting services to acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home healthcare. 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. The Vascular Access Nurse Consultant works collaboratively with customers' clinical teams to resolve venous access issues and support treatment objectives established by the treating physician. Depending on the referral, the nurse may work inside or outside a hospital and travel to customer facilities. The role offers a different pace and focus from conventional 12-hour shifts and requires strong, recent vascular access experience and prior independent PICC insertion experience. PICC certification training is not provided. This is a per diem position requiring at least four scheduled shifts per month, typically about eight hours each, with availability to accept additional shifts as needed. Weekend availability and participation in the holiday rotation are required. Compensation is $65–$75 per hour and is based on experience and relevant certifications. Benefits described for full-time employees are not specified as applying to this per diem position.
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 managing vascular access devices, 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 possess a smartphone for scheduling and documentation.
- Comfort working independently across varied clinical settings.
- Availability for at least four scheduled shifts per month, typically approximately eight hours each, and availability to pick up additional shifts as needed.
- Weekend availability and participation in the holiday rotation.
- 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 resolve venous access issues and support physician-established treatment objectives.
- Travel to assigned customer facilities and work across varied clinical settings.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses.
- Ongoing education, training, and mentorship.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for full-time employees.
- 401(k) match for full-time employees.
- Paid time off for full-time employees.
- Company-provided vehicle or mileage reimbursement for travel between patient sites.
- Supportive team 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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