RN Vascular Access Specialist, Part time, Days (Internal Candidates Only)

Responsible and accountable for providing for placement of vascular access devices within the inpatient and outpatient hospital setting.  In addition, collaborates with nursing and medical staff to determine the most appropriate candidates for PICC, Midline and Peripheral IV insertions and provide clinical staff with education relative to care and maintenance of the PICC lines, Midlines and Peripheral IVs.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• Knowledgeable in the legal aspects of nursing.
• Completes all needed competencies in PICC, Power Glide and US PIV placements.
• Completes competency in 3cg tip confirmation.
• Recognizes and assists in the treatment of medication reactions and documents appropriately.

Required Experience

Required: 

• Graduate from an approved school of nursing
• Current California RN license
• Current BCLS certification from American Heart Association
• LA City Fire Card within 6 months of employment (PHGSH only)
• Two (2) years clinical experience in an acute care nursing setting.
• Evidence of continuing education and self-development. 

Preferred:

• Preferred vascular access experience.