Registered Nurse - Vascular Access - $7K Sign-On

Job Description

Job DescriptionPosition Overview

The Vascular Access Service within our organization delivers specialized vascular access care to patients and their families throughout various stages of life. Annually, this program performs approximately 14,000 Peripheral Intravenous Catheter (PIVC) insertions and 800 Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) placements across multiple settings, including critical care, emergency departments, inpatient units, procedural areas, and outpatient care environments. The initial phase of orientation consists of 12 weeks of training focused on PIVC insertion, phlebotomy, dressing changes, and the management of complications related to vascular access devices. The second phase, which involves PICC training, commences after a minimum of one year of experience and includes at least 12-16 weeks of both simulation and practical experience.

Primary Duties

• Performing the insertion of vascular access devices, such as PIVCs and PICCs, utilizing transillumination, ultrasound guidance, and ECG technology.
• Conducting various vascular access procedures, including phlebotomy for DIVA patients, routine dressing changes for infant PICCs, managing complex dressings with skin issues, clearing occluded central catheters, addressing malpositioned PICCs, and resolving other device-related complications.
• Applying critical thinking to integrate empirical knowledge of vascular access with an understanding of diverse clinical diagnoses and scenarios for informed decision-making.
• Operating in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment throughout the shift.
• Managing a high volume of vascular access consultations effectively.
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, including nursing staff, advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), house staff, child life specialists, respiratory therapists, and pharmacy personnel, to ensure coordinated care across various services.
• Facilitating the education and development of the healthcare team through one-on-one preceptorship, unit-based training, and informal knowledge sharing.
• Providing education to patients and their families.
• Actively engaging with colleagues and leadership in the development of policies, quality improvement initiatives, and ongoing education.
• Demonstrating adaptability and consistency in a fast-moving, dynamic environment.
• Maintaining composure during high-pressure situations.
• Utilizing strong interpersonal skills to empathetically navigate complex situations, including effective communication, problem-solving, and de-escalation techniques.
• Committing to a work schedule of 36 hours per week, with 12-hour shifts that rotate between day, evening, and night, including every third weekend.

Essential Qualifications Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.

Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in acute care nursing, with a strong preference for pediatric experience. Inpatient experience is highly desirable.
• Prior experience in the insertion and management of vascular access devices is strongly preferred.

Licensure/Certifications:

• Current Massachusetts Registered Nurse (RN) license.

** This role offers a sign-on bonus of $7,000 for RNs with 2 or more years of inpatient pediatric nursing experience or inpatient pediatric vascular access nursing experience. (Internal candidates and former employees who have worked with us in the past 2 years are not eligible).

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range posted reflects our organization's reasonable and good-faith expectations at the time of posting. Any base pay offer will be influenced by skills, experience, education, certifications, and various other job-related factors. Base pay is just one component of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible scheduling, affordable health, vision, and dental insurance, childcare and student loan assistance, generous time-off policies, a 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, pension options, tuition reimbursement, and discounts on cell phone plans and T-passes. Join us to experience the rewards of passion and teamwork.