Job ID83652

　　LocationAurora, Colorado

　　Full/Part TimePart-Time

　　Regular/TemporaryRegular

　　Why Work at Children's....

　　Here, it's different. Come join us.Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcareexcellence for more than 100 years.Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future ofchild health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and acelebrated history, we're making new strides every day.We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses CredentialingCenter and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatrichospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & WorldReport.As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families fromall over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatriccare specialties.Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the bestpossible care to each child and family we treat.That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with differentidentities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know wecan see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects thediversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diversetalent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help usone day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comesthrough oA career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, andmotivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it'sdifferent.

　　Job Overview

　　The Vascular Access Nurse provides critical support for all vascular accessneeds of inpatient and outpatient populations by vascular access assessment,planning, placement, and care for patients as assigned. Utilizing yourexpert nursing skills, the Vascular Access Nurse will insert peripheral andultrasound guided IVs, manage and monitor vascular access devices to preventinfections, and continuously improve staff competencies related to line careand maintenance. This position provides an opportunity to utilize yourspecialized vascular access knowledge to ensure the highest quality care forour pediatric patients.

　　Additional Information

　　Department Name: Vascular AccessJob Status: Part-timeShift: Nights, 2 12s, some weekends and holiday rotation

　　Qualifications

　　Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)Experience: Two (2) years of nursing experience and proficient withperipheral IV insertion and care.Equivalency: Associated Degree in Nursing (ADN) in addition to four(4) years of direct clinical nursing experiences with peripheral IVinsertion and care, may substitute for the Bachelor's Degree and two(2) years of experience.Certification(s): BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with atleast 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire; PALS requiredwithin six months of hire.Licensure: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.This position may require a BLS certification from the American HeartAssociation. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find anappropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) fromorganizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it isAHA approved, will not be accepted.

　　Responsibilities

　　POPULATION SPECIFIC CARENeonate - 30 days to 1yrToddlers - >1yr to 3yrsPre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrsSchool age - >5yrs to 13yrsAdolescent - >13yrs to 18yrsAdult - >18yrs to 65yrsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the followingessential functions. These ex mples do not include all the functions which theemployee may be expected to perform.Demonstrates clinical proficiency regarding the insertion and care ofperipheral IV's, particularly for patients with difficult access usingultrasound guided technology when necessary.Prepares and collects laboratory specimens.Provides direction and oversight to the EMT- Vascular Access regarding care,prioritization, of the patient population that the Vascular Access teamsupportAssists PICC RN in procedures as needed, proficient in setting up forsterile procedures.