RRT VASCULAR ACCESS SPECIALIST PRN Cleburne

Texas Health Resources•Cleburne, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

RRT VASCULAR ACCESS SPECIALIST PRN Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Position Highlights · Work location: Texas Health Cleburne 201 Walls Drive Cleburne, Texas 76031 · Work environment: Respiratory Care · Work hours: PRN Variable Shifts with 8- and 12-hour options - days and evenings with some shifts ending at 11 PM, following standard PRN III expectations. At Texas Health Cleburne we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. We are a 137-bed, full-service hospital that has served the Cleburne area since 1986. We provide exceptional care to the communities of Cleburne, Joshua, Godley, Keene, Grandview, Alvarado, Rio Vista and Glen Rose. If you’re looking for surgical services, women’s care, and orthopedics, we’ve got it. Plus we’re an accredited Chest Pain Center and provide outstanding gastroenterology. And talk about award winning. Texas Health Cleburne is a Joint Commission-accredited Top Performer for Quality Care and a designated Pathway to Excellence hospital as well as a Level IV Trauma Center. As part of the Texas Health family, we employ over 29,000 employees and are among the areas top five largest employers. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we continue to provide outstanding care and deliver award winning results. You belong here. At Texas Health Cleburne we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. We are a 137-bed, full-service hospital that has served the Cleburne area since 1986. We provide exceptional care to the communities of Cleburne, Joshua, Godley, Keene, Grandview, Alvarado, Rio Vista and Glen Rose If you’re looking for surgical services, women’s care, and orthopedics, we’ve got it. Plus we’re an accredited Chest Pain Center and provide outstanding gastroenterology. And talk about award winning. Texas Health Cleburne is a Joint Commission-accredited Top Performer for Quality Care and a designated Pathway to Excellence hospital as well as a Level IV Trauma Center. As part of the Texas Health family, we employ over 24,000 employees and are among the areas top five largest employers. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we continue to provide outstanding care and deliver award winning results. You belong here. Additional perks of being a Texas Health Registered Respiratory Therapist · Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits. · Delivery of high-quality patient care · Strong Unit Based Council (UBC). · A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth. Here are a few of our recent awards: 2025 Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® (11th consecutive year & highest among health care systems recognized.) 2025 “20 Best Workplaces in Health Care” by Great Place to Work® and Fortune (11th consecutive year, 10th year in the top 3 and top spot in Texas) Companies That Care® list by PEOPLE magazine and Great Place to Work® 2025 If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together! Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards. Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [email protected] #LI-LC1

Requirements

Graduate of AMA approved Respiratory Care Program Required
Registered Respiratory Therapist Upon Hire required
VA-BC - Vascular Access Board Certification Upon Hire Required
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required
NRP - Essential Neonatal Resuscitation Program 90 Days required
Good verbal communications, good interpersonal skills, computer experience

Nice To Haves

3 Years Med/Surg or critical care experience preferred
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire preferred

Responsibilities

Obtains/verifies physician order for therapy and validate for appropriateness.
Reviews available medical records and obtain pertinent medical history from patient or family.
Evaluates each patient using age and diagnosis appropriate assessment tests and measurements.
Applies appropriate patient care interventions according to protocol guidelines and priority of care.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of age appropriate patient assessment and individualizes care based on age specific needs.
Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient age and desire for treatment.
Performs treatment procedures that are within the scope of the professional license.
Performs/delegates technical procedures appropriately and safely.
Determine patient response to treatment and evaluate progress (reassessment).
Educates patient and family through instruction, demonstration, or appropriate handouts in treatment plan, safety issues, and home programs/self management.
Maintain bedside and ventilator alarms in audible position.
Maintains patient safety throughout treatment.
Communicates with physicians and other healthcare personnel as appropriate regarding patient care issues.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of age appropriate patient treatment and individualizes care based on age specific needs.
Administers medication in a safe/correct manner, adhering to medication administration guidelines.
Reports unsafe conditions and equipment in proper/timely manner.
Responds to emergency situations.
Documents verification of physician orders prior to delivery of care.
Documents aspects of each treatment session in accordance with departmental, JCAHO, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
Documents assessments of education needs, education provided, and patient understanding of education provided in accordance with departmental, JCAHO, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
Reports and documents unusual occurrences, on the job injuries, and medical device malfunctioning.
Enters patient charges and record procedures according to departmental guidelines.
Seeks assistance/supervision/consultation as needed and reports to supervisor any problems and/or solutions regarding delivery of patient care.
Demonstrates commitment to the maintenance of a clean, safe work environment that is compliant with departmental, hospital and regulatory agency requirements.
Works in partnership with peers, other disciplines, and departmental personnel.
Maintains continuity of patient care inter-shift and inter-hospital.
Adapts to changes in workload assignment.
Assesses patients for best vascular access options and collaboratively develops the best plan of care for the patient and family.
Places Peripherally Inserted Central and Midline Catheters using Microseldinger Technique (MST). May support clinical staff with difficult peripheral intravenous catheters.
Proficient in the use of ultrasound guidance and other technologic advancements to gain vascular access. Utilizes technology adjuncts with procedures, as indicated.
Asists with vascular access troubleshooting and malfunctioning as needed.
Documents all aspects of care on appropriate documentation forms.
Reviews labs, patient history and physician orders to determine appropriate line to be utilized for the procedure and/or identify potential issues that may arise or preclude the patient from being a viable candidate or require alternate form of vascular access. Collaborates with physicians to determine appropriate long-term access needs. Obtains patients authorization to perform the procedure. Inserts peripheral venous and/or arterial catheters to provide access or more complex vascular access as indicated.
Inserts and maintains peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) lines according to department policy and procedures to include dressing changes, line reviews and declotting. Utilizes ultrasound technology to ensure accurate insertion of the PICC line. Reviews chest x-rays to ensure accurate placement of the central venous catheter or device. Maintains sterile field throughout the insertion process to ensure quality outcomes. Maintains accurate, timely and appropriate documentation.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services. Provides maintenance of associated equipment as demonstrated through observation and documentation.
Other duties as assigned.