RN, Vascular Access Team at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Oregon Health & Science University

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.


RN, Vascular Access Team

US-OR-Portland

Job ID: 2024-32771
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Nursing-RN
Portland, OR (Marquam Hill)

Overview

You will bring your nursing skills and expertise to our team of specialists working together to provide the best possible care. You will enjoy unmatched opportunities to learn and be inspired at Oregon’s only public academic health center.

You will be part of our professional culture of safety, collaborative decision-making, innovation, life-long learning and teamwork. As an OHSU RN, your care delivery will be consistent with:

• The Oregon Nurse Practice Act
• The ANA Scope and Standards of Practice
• The ANA Code of Ethics
• The Onsomble Model of the Professional Role™

Department Specific Working Conditions:

• The VAT department is physically located in OHS 5C04
• VAT RN’s carry pagers and must have skills in communication, triaging and multi-tasking

Benefits

OHSU offers competitive, affordable benefits that include health care, income protection and more.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage at low or no cost to employees
• Access to retirement plans
• Up to 200 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off
• 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated for part-time employees)
• Eight paid holidays a year
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
• Discounts just for OHSU members

Responsibilities

• 2 years acute care experience
• Proficient in vascular access procedures i.e. difficult PIV insertion including use ofultrasound guidance, Port access, central line dressing changes, declot procedure, PICC care and maintenance, troubleshooting all vascular access devices.
• Proficient in communicating and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members about patients care requirements, discharge needs, etc.
• BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date
• ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date
  • Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• BLS and ACLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• BLS and ACLS must not expire during orientation
• Ability to perform the job duties with or without accommodation

Qualifications

• Current VA-BC or CRNI certification
• Current or previous informal leadership role such as Charge RN and/or Preceptor
• Skilled in providing positive and constructive feedback to peers.
• Experience on VAT
• Critical Care or Emergency experience

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