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GENERAL SUMMARY: This position is with the IV/Vascular Access Team.
The Vascular access nurse is responsible for placement of peripheral and
ultrasound guided IV catheters for all adult inpatient units. Also
provides ongoing assessment, care and maintenance of vascular access
devices.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Applies the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation,
evaluation and discharge needs of patient/family/significant other.
Applies the Core Concepts of Patient- and Family-Centered Care
(PFCC) in practice, and uses this knowledge to personalize care for
each patient/family.
Recognizes the impact of nursing care and patient/family
partnerships on patient outcomes.
Partners with and utilizes patient/family input and goals in
planning plan of care.
Provides quality care that meets or exceeds the expectations of
value (core measures, quality matrix, patient experience, fiscally
responsible).
Provides assistance to individuals in a manner that takes into
account their special needs, age-related and cultural-related needs.
Recognizes the roles of the interdisciplinary team, patient and
family care partners and utilizes them appropriately as resources in
planning patient care.
Delegates appropriate tasks.
Demonstrates knowledge of and competently performs technical
procedures and uses equipment properly.
Documents in the patient record in a timely, accurate and concise
manner. Develops teaching strategies for patient/family; documents
education and learning appropriately in health record.
Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting and is
responsible for continuing personal education, mentoring peers and
educating patients and families.
Stays up to date with current health system initiatives and
incorporates evidence based practice and research into practice.
Maintains current knowledge in area of clinical practice.
Completes a self-appraisal that includes professional goals annually
and completes peer review.
Participates in department based activities, staff meetings and
committees.
Actively participates in hand offs of care, including the patient,
family and partners in care.
Demonstrates knowledge, understanding and embraces cultural
traditions and lore of community served.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONSEducation / Training: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Diploma, A.D.N., B.S.N., M.S.N., DNP/PhD – if not minimum BSN prepared,
new graduate/nurse with less than one (1) year experience is required to
sign an educational contract upon hire to complete BSN within specified
timeframe and adhere to contract stipulations. RN must enroll in an
accredited BSN program within one (1) year of hire date and complete
within the next three (3) years. This is effective September 1, 2017.
Specialty Certification highly recommended after 2 years in specialty.Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing
required. Experience in placement of peripheral IV access required.Certification, Licensure, Registration: RN with active license in
State of MichiganOther Qualifications: Current American Heart Association BLS for
Healthcare Providers certification and other certifications as required
by department.
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