RN Vascular Access/IV - MGH

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The IV Therapy team at MGH is a highly skilled group of nursing professionals who provide a key clinical service to our patients. Members of the health care team collaborate to achieve the universal goal of safe, effective, and appropriate infusion therapy and vascular access. Nurses perform independent nursing interventions related to infusion therapy and vascular access using appropriate clinical reasoning, nursing judgment, and critical decision-making skills. Primary response team for vascular access needs including intraosseous insertions during rapid responses and codes. RN’s are highly valued by the staff nurses whom they support and partner with. In 1940, MGH’s Ada Plumer was the first nurse to become an IV Therapist to perform the practice of intravenous cannulation. Opportunities for growth and development. Supportive nursing leadership, competitive pay and excellent benefits! RN’s on this team are happy and practice at the top of their license. Staff benefit from continuing education called “Teaching Tuesdays”! Staff in this subspecialty provide education to and build relationships throughout the hospital. The depth of experience of many members of this team is significant. Many members of the staff hold positions in various IV/Infusion/Vascular Access Nursing associations. At Mass General Brigham, each of our actions is directed by insight, powered by proficiency, and motivated by compassion. Patients are our top priority, and the way we offer care reflects that priority every day. We aim to establish a healing environment that is safe, free of obstacles, and grounded in a spirit of exploration. If you are looking for a nursing position, then Mass General Brigham is the place for you. We offer a variety of career paths that support your professional and personal development. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients every day! Summary Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred
• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Clinical nursing experience 0-1 year required
• Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
• Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients.

Nice To Haves

• minimum of two years placing IV's
• Ultrasound guided IV experience preferred
• VABC or CRNI certification or eligibility preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Free parking for nights and weekends
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
• Employee “Perks” - discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree