Vascular Access Nurse Consultant - PICC RN

VTP•Culver City, CA

About The Position

VIC the PICC (VTP) is a specialized healthcare provider offering vascular access consulting and support services to acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home healthcare. Services include vascular access device insertion, post-access support such as declotting, line removal, port access, and venous access troubleshooting, as well as continuing education and precepting for clinical teams and customers. VTP provides on-site and mobile support throughout the Western and Southern United States. The Vascular Access Nurse Consultant works with customer clinical teams to resolve venous access issues and support treatment objectives set by the treating physician. Depending on referrals, the consultant may work in or outside hospitals and travels to customer facilities within an assigned coverage area. Work locations vary by day rather than being based at one facility. The role includes placing PICCs, midlines, and peripheral IVs using ultrasound guidance; using ECG technology for PICC tip confirmation; managing vascular access devices; providing related support services; and educating facility nursing staff. Paid PICC certification training is available to qualifying registered nurses with strong, recent ultrasound-guided IV placement experience; prior PICC experience is not required to apply. This is a full-time position with 36–48 hours per week across three to four shifts. The current hiring schedule is 11 a.m.–11 p.m., with weekend and holiday rotation. Specific days and travel assignments are based on business needs and referrals. Compensation is $50–$70 per hour, based on experience and relevant certifications, with overtime eligibility and potential performance-based bonuses. Eligible full-time employees may receive up to a $10,000 sign-on/commitment bonus based on prior vascular access experience.

Requirements

Current, active Registered Nurse license.
Experience placing ultrasound-guided IVs (USGIVs); strong, recent USGIV placement experience is required for PICC certification training.
Experience in vascular access device management, including care, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
American Heart BLS Certification.
Valid driver's license, active auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Ability to work independently and meet scheduling requirements for the job classification.
Must possess a smartphone for scheduling and documentation.
Must love vascular access.
Comfort working independently across varied clinical settings.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 3 years of acute care RN experience.
Experience placing PICCs, midlines, or other vascular access devices using ultrasound.
Prior vascular access or PICC experience.

Responsibilities

Place PICCs, midlines, and peripheral IVs using ultrasound guidance.
Use ECG technology for PICC tip confirmation.
Assist with management of PICCs and other vascular access devices.
Provide vascular access support services, including port access, line removal, and declotting.
Educate facility nursing staff on PICCs, midlines, and other CVADs.
Travel to assigned customer facilities throughout the coverage area based on business needs and daily referrals.
Work collaboratively with customer clinical teams to resolve venous access issues and support treatment objectives set by the treating physician.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental benefits begin on the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
Eligibility to contribute to the Company's 401(k) plan; the posting also mentions a 401(k) match for full-time employees.
Company vehicle for work-related travel when available; personal vehicle use is reimbursed at the standard IRS mileage rate when a company vehicle is unavailable.
Gas card for fuel expenses when using a company vehicle.
Reimbursement for work-related use of personal technology devices.
Paid time off and sick leave in accordance with Company policy.
Potential sign-on/commitment bonus of up to $10,000 for eligible full-time employees, based on prior vascular access experience.
Overtime eligibility.
Performance-based bonuses and profit pool.
Ongoing education, training, and mentorship.
24/7 on-call support.