Vascular Access Registered Nurse

Vascular Access RN

At Franciscan, our Vascular Access RN we need are looking for an expert at vascular line access. Someone who can be a resource to staff regarding vascular access line therapy and IV assessment, products, and procedures. This role assists with difficult IV access when needed, access, and identifies the vascular access needs of the patient. This Nurse will be responsible for the coordination of our patients who have vascular access devices, expansion of the Program, coordinating the Program Direction, and oversight of Regulatory Quality Metrics.

With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

• Insert and monitor PICC, Midlines, Central Lines, and peripheral IV sites.
• Act as a resource to staff regarding vascular access line therapy and IV assessment, products, and procedures.
• Assist with difficult IV access when needed, access, and identify the vascular access needs of the patient Procure, deliver, and coordinate vascular access for the patient in the hospital.
• Determine the best vascular access device for the patient based on medications, current access status, diagnoses, length of IV therapy.
• Utilize evidence-based protocols in developing or revising clinical pathways, standing orders, and policies/procedures.

Qualifications

• Required Associate's Degree Registered Nurse (RN)
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree Registered Nurse (RN)
• Vascular Access experience Required
• Registered Nurse (RN) - State Licensing Board
• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.