Per Diem PICC Line RN

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Works under the patient care manager/clinical coordinator. The registered nurse assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and supervises individual patient care on a nursing unit according to policy and procedure.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

• 1. Clinical Competence in Patient Care
• 1.1 Complies with patient safety standards
• 2. Safety administers medications and IV therapies
• 3. Professional Behavior and Growth
• 4. Fosters Employee Collaboration and Teamwork
• 5. Identifies and contributes to Performance Improvement Opportunities
• 6. Appropriately Utilizes Resources
• 6.1 Reports to work on time, prepared to work and follow hospital policies for notice of lateness/absenteeism and time off requests
• 7. Supports Activities for Exceptional Customer Service
• 7.1 Demonstrates a high level of respect, dignity compassion and professionalism for all customers by utilizing the four tenets (Dignity + Respect, Information Sharing, Participation, Collaboration) of Patient Family and Centered Partnership

EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred. Proficient in use of computer software to include electronic patient records. Must have ability to use internet for literature searches regarding care for patients.

EXPERIENCE

Two years of acute care medical/surgical experience required. Previous intravenous therapy preferred. PICC competency is required within 6 months.

LICENSURE

Valid state of CT nurse license

SPECIAL SKILLS

PICC insertion, Responsible for implementation and documentation of IV therapy as directed by physician orders and established policies and procedures. Assesses patient for IV therapy needs and inserts appropriate vascular access device accordingly. Functions as a charge nurse. Demonstrates knowledge of central venous access devices and their maintenance. Demonstrates knowledge of mechanical controlling devices and blood/blood component therapy. Serves as an educational resource in IV therapy. Participates in maintaining quality/clinical indicators. Demonstrates competency in autologous donor selection/collection and therapeutic phlebotomy.