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We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to join our Vascular Access Team at the University of Washington Medical Center - Montlake Campus in Seattle, WA.
SCHEDULE
Department Hours of Service: 0700-1930. This position will primarily be a 10hr position, with shifts scheduled from 0900-1930. The per diem position can flex to a variety of shift lengths - 8hr, 10hr, or 12hr depending on department needs and always within the timeframe of 0700-1930. 7 days a week, including holidays
REQUIREMENTS
Position requires Washington State RN license, and at least two years current/recent Med-Surg experience, excellent IV insertion skills.. BLS and ACLS required.
POSITION DETAILS
o UWMC serves a wide variety of patient populations all of which our Vascular Access Team supports including:
• Inpatient acute care
• Inpatient critical care
• Outpatient areas: Clinics, Limited Stay, ED, & Infusion Areas
o In addition to Med/Surg patient populations, UWMC cares for a variety of specialty patient populations including:
• Cardiology
• Oncology including Stem Cell Transplant
• High risk Maternal Infant Care
• Solid organ transplant
o Primary responsibilities include:
• Placement of complex peripheral venous access, including ultrasound-guided PIV insertion.
• Consultation for all CVC troubleshooting including PICC, non-tunneled CVCs, tunneled CVCs, HD catheters, port-a-caths etc.
• Monitoring CVC insertion in acute care departments.
• Consult with medical providers to provide patients with appropriate venous access while supporting vein preservation
• Formal and informal VASCULAR ACCESS teaching opportunities
o Out of scope:
o PICC insertion training (new) is generally out of scope for this position, though may be considered on a case by case basis depending on the needs of the team at the time
o Neonatal care
o Vascular access expertise highly preferred. PICC insertion experience preferred.
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.
