Consults, evaluates, plans, implements, and documents nursing care and interventions for patients in need of intravenous treatment including therapy, vascular access needs, and medication.
Responsibilities: Determines appropriate venipuncture site and performs Ultrasound Guided placement of Peripheral IVs and Midlines for complex IV startsProvides information to patients, families, and co-workers regarding intravenous interventionsCompletes daily central line surveillance and assessment rounds on nursing unitsSupports implanted device access/de-access and assessment for complicationsActs as a subject matter expertPrecepts nurse residents and fellows during field experiencesA wide degree of creativity and latitude is expectedTypically reports to a manager or head of a unit/departmentPerforms other related duties as assignedFamiliar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the fieldRegular and predictable attendance is an essential job functionCompetent to meet age specific needs of the unit assignedRequirements and Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing programBSN requiredState of Idaho Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the "multistate privilege to practice" compact with IdahoCurrent Infusion Nurse Certification (CRNI) or Vascular Access Board Certification (VA-BC) certification preferredImplanted Access Device class and skills preferred3 to 5 years' experience in related field preferredBLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General OrientationWorking Conditions: Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting positionTypical equipment used in a clinical jobMust be able to stoop, crouch, or bendMust be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipmentAbout Kootenai Health Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.
As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employmentKootenai Health's tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for itKootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentialsAn award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coachingEmployees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and moreRobust employee referral programAnd much moreKootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you! Apply today! Please reach out to Stephanie Vickhammer by emailing ******** . You can also contact the HR Front Desk at ******** or email ******** with any questions. Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status.
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