Registered Nurse (RN) Vascular Access Team

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Albemarle, NC

16h

About The Position

The Registered Nurse on the Vascular Access Team provides age-appropriate nursing care across the continuum of care. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions and adjusts plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the care team; and supports safe, effective care through accurate electronic health record documentation. The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with clinical protocols, and may float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area as patient-care needs require. The position contributes to unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice. It requires ethical decision-making, effective communication and delegation, ongoing professional development, and compliance with applicable nursing laws, regulations, and standards of practice. The role is part-time, with a schedule of five hours per week and occasional weekend and holiday work as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including frequent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting; lifting and supporting 35 pounds; pushing and pulling with 30 pounds of force; and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Protective clothing and equipment must be worn when necessary due to possible exposure to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Licensed nurses providing telehealth, telenursing, or virtual services must be licensed or hold practice privileges in the state(s) where their clients are located and comply with applicable state laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Promote and uphold a culture of safety; evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures when required.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient-care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.