Vascular Access Nurse
Mercy · Mercy Hospital Ft Smith
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Position Details:
The Vascular Access Nurse is responsible for using the Nursing Process to meet the needs of patients according to professional standards of nursing care. This Registered Nurse has been trained and is credentialed to successfully insert midline catheters, Accu catheters, and ultrasound guided peripherally inserted catheter under the guidelines of an approved Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter education course. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing.
- Licensure: Current Registered Nurse Licensure in the applicable state of practice.
- Experience: Minimum of one year intravenous insertion experience and completion of a course in Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter and extended duration peripherally inserted catheter instruction with a minimum of 5 successful insertions under the supervision of a credentialed PICC inserter and completion of competency checklist.
- Certifications: Current CPR Certification Completion of an approved Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter education course.
- Other: Fundamental computer skills Excellent organizational skills Demonstrates Mercy Values of Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Compassionate Service, and Excellence. Is responsive to and addresses complaints of or the appearance of pain in patients. Annual performance of minimum fifty (50) successful PICC insertions per year, or skills reverification.
Physical Requirements:
• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
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