RN Vascular Access Team VAT

HCA • Denver, CO

411d • $34 - $50

About The Position

As a Vascular Access Team (VAT) RN you will apply advanced knowledge of the vascular system, vascular access devices (VADs), and VAD insertion techniques to establish intravenous access for pediatric and adult patients. You will contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated professional like you to be a part of our VAT Nursing team. Join us in our efforts to better our community!

Requirements

• Current licensure in the State of Colorado as a Registered Nurse, or current active multi-state Registered Nurse license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
• ACLS and PALS required within the first 6 months of hire.
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.
• Two years bedside clinical RN experience required.
• Two years as a VAT RN desired.
• Experience with ultrasound is preferred.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in ultrasound guided vascular access techniques within 6 months of hire.
• Must complete VAD insertion competencies as per organization policies and procedures prior to inserting devices independently.

Responsibilities

• Critically assess each patient's medical history, present health status, and proposed course of treatment to ensure the appropriate VAD is selected.
• Work collaboratively with ordering providers to clarify vascular access needs, when questions arise.
• Perform a physical examination of the insertion site, prior to VAD placement.
• Utilize expert-level vascular ultrasound/sonography skills and aseptic or sterile techniques to insert VADs at the bedside or in procedural areas.
• Monitor the patient's electrocardiograph readings for signs of device malposition or procedure intolerance during insertion of advanced lines such as PICCs.
• Select the appropriate method of imaging to verify tip placement, interpret imaging results in compliance with the VAT RN scope of practice, and issue nursing orders for line use.
• Provide consultation services for malfunctioning VADs, as well as VAD use and maintenance education to staff and patients.
• Document all insertion and troubleshooting activities per the organization's policies and procedures.
• Enter charges in the hospital's documentation system to ensure appropriate billing of devices and VAT procedures.
• Be responsible for VAD-related core measures affecting quality, patient safety, and reimbursement, including Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSIs).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees