Registered Nurse -Vascular Access

Assess patients, place and assist in maintenance of the appropriate vascular access device (VAD) at the bedside, using ultrasound and modified Seldinger Technique (MST) for placement. Utilize high degree of computer skills with data input and reporting mechanisms.  Documentation, including data for quality measures of routine audits, and CORE Measures; may include clinical trials and studies.  Check and reorder supplies and medications, and stock as needed daily.  Schedule procedures for out-patients and prioritize all requests.  Patient and family/significant other education; staff education and in services. Follow up patient VAD status, dressing changes and troubleshooting problems.