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RN - Venous Access Service - Orlando - Full-time / Part-time
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | Orlando, Florida |
About this job
RN -- Venous Access Service -- Orlando
Florida Hospital Orlando seeks to hire a Venous Access Service RN who will embrace our mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ.
Florida Hospital Orlando Facility Profile
Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,107-bed Florida Hospital Orlando, serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America. Florida Hospital Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country. We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatients and 125,000 outpatients each year.
Department Profile
The Infusion/Vascular Access (VAS) RN at Florida Hospital Orlando represents a World Class Team. They provide preeminent evidence based infusion services for our patients including, but not limited to, PICC insertion, peripheral, and midline insertion using Ultrasound Technology skills. The VAS specialist is a team player with the goal of providing the appropriate venous access line for every patient, each and every time.
Work Hours/Shifts
Full Time
12 hour shifts with starting times varying between 7:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Job Summary
As a Venous Access Service (VAS) RN, you will make providing service your priority while caring for the whole person in a faith-based atmosphere.
Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The Venous Access RN is a registered professional nurse validated as a Vascular Access Specialist, who is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect total vascular access care to all age groups as identified in the direct care responsibilities. Utilizes the nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating), in achieving the goals of the Venous Access Services department. Communicates with Department Supervisor, Clinical Specialist or Educator as needed to enhance excellence in the delivery of patient care. Adheres to the Florida Hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.
Knowledge, Skills, Education and Experience Required
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
If certification is from another agency, certification from AHA must be obtained within 90 days of hire AND
AHA Advanced life support certification (ACLS, PALS, NRP) per specialty/unit requirements
If certification is from another agency, certification from AHA must be obtained by 90 day evaluation
PICC Validation
Port Validation
Peripheral Intravenous Access Validation
Knowledge and Skills Preferred:
EKG, ACLS, PALS, NRP (based on patient population; See document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements) (preferred)
CRNI (preferred)
Graduate from a School of Nursing
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Required
Current registration with Florida State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse.
VA-BC (Venous Access-Board Certified) (preferred)
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates, through behavior, Florida Hospital's core values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship, and Teamwork.
Performs properly, legibly documents and reports all procedures and assessments in accordance with department policy. Performs venous access related procedures within the scope of practice of the RN licensure. Functions appropriately in Code Blue and other clinical emergencies. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions. Interprets and verifies physician orders, investigates questionable situations. Demonstrates continuous competency in the specific procedures related to venous access and infusion therapy. Provides expert resourcing to staff nurses and other departments as consulted.
Obtains patient assessment, evaluating diagnosis, previous medical history, existing infusion related complications, and ordered therapy as relates to current venous access consult. Assesses and interprets data relative to patients' age and infusion therapy and venous access needs.
Identifies individualized plan of care based on patients' needs related to both infusion therapy and the venous access consult and intervenes appropriately. Evaluates patients' developmental level, identifies increased physical/emotional dependency needs and evaluates availability of support system consistent with assessment.
Evaluates the need for and provides patient teaching in all aspects of the venous access specialty.
Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities. Accurately documents and monitors activities as needed. Reflects a working knowledge of Florida Hospital's Policies and Procedures in daily activities. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department. Communicates with Department Supervisor, Clinical Specialist, or Educator as needed to enhance excellence in the delivery of patient care.
Follows CDC guidelines for sterile technique and isolation, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs handwashing according to policy and enforces safety regulations.
Manages and intervenes appropriately for the patient with current venous access issues, including but not limited to: prioritization, appropriate venous access choice for age, therapy, and any current complication's impact on the needs for IV therapy.
Serving as a Charge RN:
Under general supervision the Venous Access Charge RN is a registered professional nurse with leadership skills certified as a Vascular Access Specialist who is responsible for supervising and providing direct and indirect vascular access care to assigned age groups as identified in the position responsibilities. Adheres to the Florida Hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Utilizing the hospital performance improvement process (assess, plan, implement, evaluate) in the goals of the Venous Access Services Department. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
Utilizes leadership skills and continuous competency in the specific procedures related to venous access and infusion therapy. Directs and provides supervision of patient venous access care activities of staff on shift basis ensuring staff is delegated tasks appropriate to their scope of practice, skill and the patients' needs. Provides and supervises others in providing expert resourcing to staff nurses and other departments as consulted. Encourages staff participation in cost containment activities. Appropriate use and charging of patient charges and medical/surgical supplies
Supports Supervisor, Clinical Specialist, Educator, other Charge Nurses and Staff in promoting a harmonious practice setting that fosters collegial relations, professional development, creativity and a safe environment. Is readily available to personnel on assigned shift for expressions of concern. Provides stability, is supportive and has a positive attitude during periods of confusion and uncertainty from department or organizational change. Seeks educational opportunities for professional development and acquisition of job knowledge.
Prioritizes work load and triages assignments to VAS Team as work load dictates to meet patient needs.
Has thorough knowledge of Policies & Procedures and follows Florida Hospital's Policies & Procedures and CDC guidelines for sterile technique and isolation.
The above statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job, as identified, and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job responsibilities which may be inherent in the job. Responsibilities are subject to change.
If you want to be a part of a team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality in patient care, we invite you to explore the Venous Access Service RN for opportunity with Florida Hospital Orlando and apply online today.
VAS RN, IV RN, IV Therapy, RN, Venous Access RN, Registered Nurse, Orlando
Florida Hospital Orlando seeks to hire a Venous Access Service RN who will embrace our mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ.
Florida Hospital Orlando Facility Profile
Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,107-bed Florida Hospital Orlando, serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America. Florida Hospital Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country. We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatients and 125,000 outpatients each year.
Department Profile
The Infusion/Vascular Access (VAS) RN at Florida Hospital Orlando represents a World Class Team. They provide preeminent evidence based infusion services for our patients including, but not limited to, PICC insertion, peripheral, and midline insertion using Ultrasound Technology skills. The VAS specialist is a team player with the goal of providing the appropriate venous access line for every patient, each and every time.
Work Hours/Shifts
Full Time
12 hour shifts with starting times varying between 7:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Job Summary
As a Venous Access Service (VAS) RN, you will make providing service your priority while caring for the whole person in a faith-based atmosphere.
Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The Venous Access RN is a registered professional nurse validated as a Vascular Access Specialist, who is responsible for providing and supervising direct and indirect total vascular access care to all age groups as identified in the direct care responsibilities. Utilizes the nursing process (assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating), in achieving the goals of the Venous Access Services department. Communicates with Department Supervisor, Clinical Specialist or Educator as needed to enhance excellence in the delivery of patient care. Adheres to the Florida Hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.
Knowledge, Skills, Education and Experience Required
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
If certification is from another agency, certification from AHA must be obtained within 90 days of hire AND
AHA Advanced life support certification (ACLS, PALS, NRP) per specialty/unit requirements
If certification is from another agency, certification from AHA must be obtained by 90 day evaluation
PICC Validation
Port Validation
Peripheral Intravenous Access Validation
Knowledge and Skills Preferred:
EKG, ACLS, PALS, NRP (based on patient population; See document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements) (preferred)
CRNI (preferred)
Graduate from a School of Nursing
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Required
Current registration with Florida State Board of Nursing as a registered professional nurse.
VA-BC (Venous Access-Board Certified) (preferred)
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates, through behavior, Florida Hospital's core values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship, and Teamwork.
Performs properly, legibly documents and reports all procedures and assessments in accordance with department policy. Performs venous access related procedures within the scope of practice of the RN licensure. Functions appropriately in Code Blue and other clinical emergencies. Evaluates effectiveness of interventions. Interprets and verifies physician orders, investigates questionable situations. Demonstrates continuous competency in the specific procedures related to venous access and infusion therapy. Provides expert resourcing to staff nurses and other departments as consulted.
Obtains patient assessment, evaluating diagnosis, previous medical history, existing infusion related complications, and ordered therapy as relates to current venous access consult. Assesses and interprets data relative to patients' age and infusion therapy and venous access needs.
Identifies individualized plan of care based on patients' needs related to both infusion therapy and the venous access consult and intervenes appropriately. Evaluates patients' developmental level, identifies increased physical/emotional dependency needs and evaluates availability of support system consistent with assessment.
Evaluates the need for and provides patient teaching in all aspects of the venous access specialty.
Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities. Accurately documents and monitors activities as needed. Reflects a working knowledge of Florida Hospital's Policies and Procedures in daily activities. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department. Communicates with Department Supervisor, Clinical Specialist, or Educator as needed to enhance excellence in the delivery of patient care.
Follows CDC guidelines for sterile technique and isolation, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs handwashing according to policy and enforces safety regulations.
Manages and intervenes appropriately for the patient with current venous access issues, including but not limited to: prioritization, appropriate venous access choice for age, therapy, and any current complication's impact on the needs for IV therapy.
Serving as a Charge RN:
Under general supervision the Venous Access Charge RN is a registered professional nurse with leadership skills certified as a Vascular Access Specialist who is responsible for supervising and providing direct and indirect vascular access care to assigned age groups as identified in the position responsibilities. Adheres to the Florida Hospital Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Utilizing the hospital performance improvement process (assess, plan, implement, evaluate) in the goals of the Venous Access Services Department. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
Utilizes leadership skills and continuous competency in the specific procedures related to venous access and infusion therapy. Directs and provides supervision of patient venous access care activities of staff on shift basis ensuring staff is delegated tasks appropriate to their scope of practice, skill and the patients' needs. Provides and supervises others in providing expert resourcing to staff nurses and other departments as consulted. Encourages staff participation in cost containment activities. Appropriate use and charging of patient charges and medical/surgical supplies
Supports Supervisor, Clinical Specialist, Educator, other Charge Nurses and Staff in promoting a harmonious practice setting that fosters collegial relations, professional development, creativity and a safe environment. Is readily available to personnel on assigned shift for expressions of concern. Provides stability, is supportive and has a positive attitude during periods of confusion and uncertainty from department or organizational change. Seeks educational opportunities for professional development and acquisition of job knowledge.
Prioritizes work load and triages assignments to VAS Team as work load dictates to meet patient needs.
Has thorough knowledge of Policies & Procedures and follows Florida Hospital's Policies & Procedures and CDC guidelines for sterile technique and isolation.
The above statements reflect the general duties and responsibilities necessary to describe the principal functions of the job, as identified, and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job responsibilities which may be inherent in the job. Responsibilities are subject to change.
If you want to be a part of a team that is dedicated to delivering the highest quality in patient care, we invite you to explore the Venous Access Service RN for opportunity with Florida Hospital Orlando and apply online today.
VAS RN, IV RN, IV Therapy, RN, Venous Access RN, Registered Nurse, Orlando
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