PICC Registered Nurse; RN - PRN

Overview

Position: PICC Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Atlantic City, NJ

Schedule: PRN / Per Diem

* 4 shifts within 6 weeks / weekdays or weekends* Compensation: $55 hourly

Our hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.

Why Join Us:

• Start Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
• Foster Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Under the direction of the LTACH Chief Nursing Officer, is responsible for insertion, care and maintenance of Peripheral Inserted Central (PICC) and Midline Catheters.

• Responsible for the assessment and the insertion of PICC and Midlines for patients requiring an intravenous access device using correct insertion technique.
• Interprets assessment data related to vascular access and care and uses that information to develop a nursing care plan as appropriate.
• Coordinates the process of PICC and Midline placement, and communicates with primary care nurses regarding insertions, care, and removal.
• Assures that vascular related medical orders are transcribed and processed accurately, and integrates the medical care plan into the provision of nursing care. Ensures informed consent is completed prior to insertion.
• Provides and documents education to patients/families related to purpose, insertion, use, care, and maintenance of vascular access devices.
• Complete all required paperwork immediately after procedure.
• Abides by all safety, infection control, and other guidelines as required. Follows guidelines for caring for patients in isolation. Utilizes hand-washing techniques. Cleans equipment between patient usage. Reports personal symptoms of suspected illness or contagious disease to the Employee Health Nurse. Demonstrates knowledge of universal blood and body fluid precautions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires valid state Registered Nursing license
• 1-3 years  experience as an RN
• BLS required at hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with PICC insertions or PICC certification preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans