PICC Line RN
NursePro Plus
Dothan, AL
Temporary
Nursing
Posted on March 20, 2023
- Under general supervision, plans, directs, and evaluates total nursing care for PICC/midline placements in accordance with established philosophy.
- Relates effectively with other shifts for continuity of care; maintains satisfactory relations with other departments and nursing units; participates in all phases of education, maintenance of records, and upgrading of policies, procedures, and skills of personnel.
- Provides the best possible nursing care by planning, organizing, the PICC/midline insertion.
- Initiates and implements safe patient care.
- Demonstrates competency using ultrasound for PICC placement.
- Demonstrates competency in maintaining sterile field.
- Completes all necessary documentation
- Identifies problems and guides personnel to their solution.
- Creates a working climate that provides growth and job satisfaction of personnel.
- Accurately and promptly implements physicians' orders.
- Administers medications and intravenous solutions skillfully and correctly.
- Maintains the standards of accurate and complete recording and reporting.
- Arranges to have needed supplies and equipment on hand.
- Participates in hospital safety programs.
- Supports and enforces infection-control policies and procedures.
- Is resourceful and calm in emergencies.
- Keeps House Supervisor informed of patients, needs, and problems on the nursing unit.
- Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
- Evaluates the performance of personnel with recommendations for appropriate action.
- Assists in reviewing and revising policies and procedures.
- Maintains a professional approach with confidentiality.
- Displays concern and initiative.
- Observes and supports hospital policy.
- Is prompt and efficient with minimal absences.
- Cooperates and maintains good rapport with nursing staff, medical staff, other departments, and visitors.
- At least two years of PICC Line experience.
- Registered nurse (R.N.) with valid license