RN Vascular Access Nurse 9am – 9:30pm – St. Joseph’s Health – Paterson, NJ

St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization’s outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”.

Job Overview

Responsible for providing consults, assessment and placement of ultrasound guided peripheral venous access devices (peripheral IV, Midline, PICC line) as well as the surveillance and care and maintenance of these devices. Promotes teamwork with the physicians, nurses and other personnel from all units/areas/departments to assure continuity of care for the venous access device. Assures the nursing process is followed for patients while they are under his/her care. Stays current with standards of practice such as the Nurse Practice Act, through ongoing education relevant to nursing. Promotes and supports the hospitals mission and core values.