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Job description
Job Description
Registered Nurse, Vascular Access - PICC & USGIV, Day Shift
UC Health is hiring a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) for the Vascular Access department at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
The Vascular Access Nurse will support the Medical Center's inpatient and outpatient population at the Level I Trauma Center, delivering high-quality care to patients based on assessed needs, established standards of care and according to policy and procedures.
About University of Cincinnati Medical Center
As the pioneering hospital of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, UC Medical Center has served greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care teams utilizing the most advanced medical knowledge and technology available. UC Medical Center has 724 licensed beds and more than 5,800 employees.
Unit Details :
No on-call requirements
Set holiday and weekend rotation based on unit staffing
Develop invaluable experience working at a Level 1 trauma center.
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
The Registered Nurse (RN) is an individual who holds a current state license to practice nursing. The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The RN utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. The care is culturally based and age-specific. Bedside insertion of peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC), midlines, and peripheral IV catheters under ultrasound guidance.
Examine, assess, and evaluate vascular access devices.
Provide education to patients and family members on the procedure to be performed as well as line care and maintenance.
Identifies and responds appropriately to different patient needs resulting from behavioral health problems, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms.
Demonstrates critical thinking, professionalism, accountability, flexibility, and a cooperative attitude in meeting the needs of the hospital.
Complete accurate and timely documentation within the medical record per hospital policy.
Assumes responsibility for personal professional development and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others. Time and Attendance Policy. Supports effective use of staff and supplies.
Qualifications
Job Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
Associates Degree, minimum required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, preferred
Current OH RN License
BLS certification
Relevant vascular access or ultrasound experience required
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About UC Health
UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. UC Health is an EEO Employer
Worksite address
cincinnati, OH, 45208, US
Who can apply
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