RN-Vascular Access
About The Position
Join Southcoast Health, a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Southcoast Health is committed to providing inclusive, ethical workplaces where highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. The organization has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row. This role is for a talented RN-Vascular Access, working 32-40 flex hours on the day shift with every 5th weekend and holiday rotation, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, located at the Vascular Access - St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or equivalent is required.
- Current RN Licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.
- Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
Nice To Haves
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) and Midline catheter intravenous insertion trained and skill certification with 3CG technology preferred.
- Ultrasound Guided IV insertion skill and certification strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Under direction of the Director or Manager, perform a variety of duties involving coordinating nursing care related to intravenous therapies for patients.
- Participate in patient and family teaching.
- Provide leadership by working cooperatively with nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice within the Vascular Access Department.
- Has knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, which is appropriate to the age group of patients regularly served.
- Responsible and accountable for providing for placement of vascular access devices within inpatient and outpatient hospital setting.
- Demonstrates extensive knowledge of the anatomy, especially the anatomy of the cardiovascular area.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
- Generous Earned Time Off Package
- Employee Wellbeing Program
- 403B Retirement Plan with company match
- Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
- Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
