Vascular Access RN

Overview

The Mobile Vascular Access Registered Nurse (RN) provides expert vascular access services to patients in a variety of clinical settings, including hospitals, outpatient facilities, long-term care facilities, and home or community-based environments. This role specializes in the insertion, maintenance, and troubleshooting of peripheral and central vascular access devices while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a mobile setting.

Perform ultrasound-guided and traditional vascular access procedures, including:

• Peripheral IV (PIV) insertion
• Midline catheter insertion
• Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC), as applicable

Additional responsibilities include assessing patients for appropriate vascular access device selection based on clinical needs and vascular assessment; utilizing ultrasound technology to improve success rates and reduce patient discomfort; maintaining strict adherence to infection prevention and control standards, including CLABSI prevention protocols; educating patients, families, and clinical staff on vascular access care, maintenance, and complication prevention; documenting procedures, assessments, and outcomes accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR);

troubleshooting difficult vascular access cases and managing complications as they arise; collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, and nursing staff to coordinate care; and traveling to multiple locations as scheduled to provide timely vascular access services.

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the practicing state.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, with vascular access experience preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in peripheral IV insertion; ultrasound-guided IV experience strongly preferred.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

• Certification in vascular access (e.g., VA-BC™, CRNI®, or PICC certification).
• Experience with midline and PICC insertion.
• Previous mobile, infusion, or specialty nursing experience.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.