REGISTERED NURSE- Vascular Access Team - Adult and Pediatric Population

Job Title

Registered Nurse - Vascular Access Team

Job Description

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities

Provide expert level of direct nursing care related to vascular access services (VAS), includes evaluation, pre/post venous access, device placement and monitoring. Provide vascular access care across all age populations. Support and comply with the Infusion Nurses Society (INS) standards of practice and maintain the quality of venous access care. Facilitate communication among members of the health care team; provide consultation and resource for all VAS customers. Active participation on committees within the department.

Required Qualifications

Current license to practice nursing in the State of Michigan. Three (3) or more years of recent RN nursing experience. Must function independently in a collaborative environment. Ability to assess appropriateness of vascular access devices and prioritize workload. Two (2) or more years of current PIV insertion experience. Proficiency with using ultrasound guidance for PIV insertion. One (1) or more years of current PICC and Midline insertion. Requirements include constant standing and walking; transporting of equipment & ultrasound machines; frequent bending and twisting at patient bedsides. Resume required (for both internal & external applicants): You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications

BSN. Certification in Infusion Nursing and/or Vascular Access. Active member of a vascular access related professional organization. Vascular Access Team Nursing experience including adult and pediatric patient populations. Recent experience specializing in advanced intravenous therapy access and skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan medicine is comprised of over 26,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to? Nursing at Michigan offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

Hourly range for Registered Nurses $41.78-$64.81/ hour Evening Shift Differential-$3.00 / hour Night Shift Differential- $4.00 / hour Day Shift Weekend Differential- $2.90 / hour Evening Shift Weekend Differential- $5.90 / hour Night Shift Weekend Differential- $6.90 / hour Charge Nurse Differential- $1.00 / hour

The benefit package includes:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off Allowances
• Robust Tuition and Certification support programs
• Large offering of no cost CEs and professional development for advancement

Nursing Specific Info

Salary & Nursing Framework Level: This UMPNC RN posting is posted as Nursing Framework LEVEL C. Actual Nursing Framework LEVEL and salary will be determined at time of hire. Nursing Framework levels range from Level A to Level F. Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period. Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort. Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined. If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

Hours: 36 hours per week Shift: 12-hour night shift

**Location: Vascular Access Team - Adult and Pediatric Population

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.