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Form of workUW Medicine has an outstanding opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join our team. The CNS will be our Vascular Access Subject Matter Expert for the UW Medical Center-Northwest and the UW Medical Center-Montlake hospital campuses.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
This is a highly visible position, serving as an expert clinical resource for RNs and other healthcare staff
The CNS will work with key stakeholders, shaping the way we approach VASCULAR ACCESS care
UW Medicine is proud to foster a culture that is innovative and collaborative - this position will play a key role in our commitment to providing world class patient care
SCHEDULE
40 hours per week
Monday - Friday
Day shifts
The CNS work onsite at two hospital campuses (UW Medical Center-Montlake and UW Medical Center-Northwest)
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides VASCULAR ACCESS expertise and support to RNs caring for patients at the bedside
Drives practice changes throughout our organization
Develops and maintains evidence-based nursing policies and protocols as they relate to VASCULAR ACCESS care
Ensures our practices comply with national guidelines
Promotes clinical standards and practice improvements and evaluates outcomes
Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates VASCULAR ACCESS educational offerings
Designs curriculum for staff education days, online learning modules, and annual competencies
Evaluates quality outcomes and tracks quality indicator data
Leads the evaluation of new VASCULAR ACCESS products
Develops collaborative, collegial relationships with staff, leaders, and providers Co-chairs the NVAC (Nursing Vascular Access Committee)
Reviews and tracks central line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) data and reports out to UW Medicine Central Venous Catheter (CVC) Committee
Provides subject matter expertise in the care and management of:
- Peripheral IVs & ultrasound guided peripheral intravenous lines
- Non-tunneled central venous catheters
- Tunneled central venous catheters
- Implanted ports
- Peripherally inserted central catheters
- Intraosseous catheters
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN); or advanced degree and equivalent experience
At least 4 years of VASCULAR ACCESS nursing experience
An active Registered Nurse license in the State of Washington
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
SCHEDULE
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Peripheral IVs & ultrasound guided peripheral intravenous lines
- Non-tunneled central venous catheters
- Tunneled central venous catheters
- Implanted ports
- Peripherally inserted central catheters
- Intraosseous catheters
REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
