RN - Inpatient, Venous Access Team
About The Position
This is a 75% FTE position for a Registered Nurse (RN) on the Venous Access Team (VAT). The role involves assessment, insertion, and maintenance of Dobhoff tubes and various venous access devices, including difficult peripheral IVs, midline catheters, and Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) for all age groups. The position also includes providing consultative services and education to nursing and medical staff, participating in the development and implementation of educational initiatives, policies, and procedures, and maintaining collaborative relationships with multiple disciplines. The position covers University Hospital and American Family Children's Hospital in Madison, WI.
Requirements
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of WI or holds a license issued by a jurisdiction that has adopted the nurse licensure compact.
- Current CPR/BLS Certification.
- Six (6) months nursing experience or current participant in UW Health’s Nurse Residency Program with successful completion of the Nurse Residency Orientation on unit/similar unit.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Relevant RN Experience
- Relevant Certification
Responsibilities
- Assessment, insertion, and maintenance of Dobhoff tubes and venous access devices for all age groups.
- Insertion of difficult to start peripheral IVs, midline catheters, and Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC).
- Provide consultative services and education to nursing and medical staff.
- Participate in development, maintenance, and implementation of educational initiatives, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain a collaborative relationship with multiple disciplines and team members.
Benefits
- health and dental insurance
- paid time off
- retirement plans
- two-week paid parental leave
- adoption assistance
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
- A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
- Tuition benefits eligibility
- The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
