Vascular Access Specialist - Neonatal Units (Hiring Immediately) Job at Memorial Healthcare System, Hollywood, FL

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  • Memorial Healthcare System
  • Hollywood, FL

Job Description

**Location:**

Hollywood, Florida

We have an outstanding reputation for providing patient- and family-centered
care that exceeds all expectations. Together, we have created an award-
winning, nationally-recognized system where every effort is focused on
delivering Deeper Caring and Smarter Healthcare throughout our communities.
Career opportunities exist on diverse teams across our many facilities where
you can search open positions and apply online to join #teamMHSflorida.


Learn more below.

**Summary:**

Provides evidence-based vascular access care for patients that include
Intravenous (IV) Access, Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) line
placement & insertion, IV access repair, blood draws and dressing changes.
Supports the nursing units, collaborates with the RNs, medical staff, and
educates patients and their family members on the procedure in a compassionate
patient and family centered care environment.

**Responsibilities:**

De-clot VADs or assists staff as a resource in de-clotting.

Conducts prevention rounding and follows up on identified concerns promptly.

Completes the hand off process at shift change, provides patient information,
communicates pending IVs, PICC line insertions, and dressing changes.

Communicates patients progress, critical findings, and changes in the
patients condition w the physician or disciplines involved regarding IV
therapy complications & procedure.

Assesses all body systems, absence of blood borne infections, surgical site
infections & observance of skin integrity for prevention of skin breakdown.

Educates patients & families on Vascular Access procedure, documents the
teaching in Electronic Health Record & notifies RN andor Physician of any
patientfamily concerns

Provides Vascular Access nursing care including Peripheral Intravenous (IV),
Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) line insertion, placement,
monitoring & dressing changes.

Troubleshoots difficult complications of VADs or assists staff in
troubleshooting.

Works with staff nurses, physicians, case managers and other team members to
insure early assessment for VAD selection and implementation.

Assembles medical equipment and supplies for procedure and restock supplies.

Places difficult peripheral IVs with or without ultrasound as needed.

Performs reassessments as per policy, when there is a change in the plan of
care or when an intervention is performed.

Provides staff education on Care and management and Complication management.

**Competencies:**

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PLAN OF
CARE, KNOWLEDGE OF DISEASE PROCESS, ORGANIZATION SKILLS, PATIENT AND FAMILY
CENTERED CARE, PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - NURSING, PROBLEM
SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

**Education and Certification Requirements:**

Associates: Nursing (Required)ACLS Certification_non ecard (ACLS AHA) -
American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard
(BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), NRP Certification
(NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), PALS American Heart_non ecard
(PALS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), Registered Nurse
License (RN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

**Additional Job Information:**

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective
communications skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal
supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take
appropriate action.Required Work Experience: Two (2) years nursing experience
in an acute care hospital setting required. Experience inserting PICC lines
preferred.Other Information: Vascular RN Certification preferred.Additional
Education Info: BSN preferred.

**Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:**

* Bending and Stooping = 80%
* Climbing = 40%
* Keyboard Entry = 80%
* Kneeling = 60%
* LiftingCarrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
* Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
* Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
* Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
* Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
* Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
* Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
* Reaching = 80%
* Repetitive Movement FootLeg = 40%
* Repetitive Movement HandArm = 80%
* Running = 40%
* Sitting = 60%
* Squatting = 80%
* Standing = 80%
* Walking = 80%
* Audible Speech = 80%
* Hearing Acuity = 80%
* Smelling Acuity = 40%
* Taste Discrimination = 0%
* Depth Perception = 80%
* Distinguish Color = 80%
* Seeing - Far = 80%
* Seeing - Near = 80%
* Bio hazardous Waste = 80%
* Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%
* Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%
* Blood andor Bodily Fluids = 80%
* Communicable Diseases andor Pathogens = 80%
* Asbestos = 0%
* Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
* Dust = 60%
* GasVaporsFumes = 80%
* Hazardous Chemicals = 80%
* Hazardous Medication = 80%
* Latex = 0%
* Computer Monitor = 80%
* Domestic Animals = 40%
* Extreme HeatCold = 0%
* Fire Risk = 40%
* Hazardous Noise = 0%
* Heating Devices = 40%
* Hypoxia = 0%
* LaserHigh Intensity Lights = 0%
* Magnetic Fields = 40%
* Moving Mechanical Parts = 40%
* NeedlesSharp Objects = 80%
* Potential Electric Shock = 40%
* Potential for Physical Assault = 40%
* Radiation = 0%
* Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
* Unprotected Heights = 0%
* Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

**Shift:**

Evenings

**Disclaimer:** This job description is not intended, nor should it be
construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or
working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the
general nature and level of work performed by employees within this
classification.


Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to
any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare
System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process.


Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
committed to workplace diversity.


Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates
for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion,
gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin,
veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by
law.


We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and
military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your
status on your application to take advantage of this program.


Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug
testing.


If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please
call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email
[TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net](mailto:TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net)


Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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