RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess patients with difficult access or need for long term IV therapy for appropriate vascular access device
• Works with staff nurses, physicians, case managers and other team members to insure early assessment for VAD selection and implementation
• Participates in education with Vascular Access education with patient, family members and staff
• Reviews physicians order
• Obtains consent
• Reviews medical records for any contraindications of peripheral vascular access
• Determines the best vascular access device for the patient based on medications, current access status, diagnoses, length of IV therapy and etc.
• Reports directly to the Systems Director of Infection prevention & Control
• Troubleshoots difficult complications of VAD's or assists staff in troubleshooting
• Document completely and accurately in the patients permanent medical record

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of two years nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting required. Current New York State RN licensure required. Current BLS required. Valid PICC Insertion Certification required.

EDUCATION:

BSN preferred, completion of BSN expected within 5 years of hire

OTHER:

The individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.