The Vascular Access/PICC Nurse coordinates and supports the hospital's vascular access program by providing expert consultation and performing PICC line insertions. They are also responsible for mentoring staff, developing clinical protocols, and overseeing educational initiatives to ensure standardized, evidence-based care.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing school with an active Texas RN license and at least two years of pediatric patient care experience. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, along with BLS and PALS certifications.
Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family. Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below. GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Vascular Access/PICC Nurse supports and coordinates a multidisciplinary approach to Vascular Access/PICC team efforts at Driscoll Children's Hospital. This is to include evidenced based practices and a standardized approach. The position offers an expert resource in Vascular Access and PICC line insertion to the staff and physicians of Driscoll Children's Hospital. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS: To perform this job successfully, the nurse must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required.
Develop and maintain the overall Vascular Access/PICC Program with input from the Vascular Access/PICC Collaborative.
Identify new evidence and facilitate evidenced based approaches.
Support standardization of assessments, general interventions, protocols, products, documentation and charging.
Develop and maintain policies as indicated.
Serves as a patient advocate.
Provide consultation on complex vascular cases.
Assist and mentor nursing staff concerning technique to be utilized with difficult intravascular access.
Promote and oversee education concerning vascular access to include screening for PICC candidates.
Coordinate vascular access educational events to include certification classes for general staff.
Assess competencies of PICC trained nurses.
Develop a clear consultation process working toward 24/7 availability.
Develop a scheduling process for elective PICC insertions.
Perform elective PICC line insertions as ordered by physicians.
Support family involvement and effective discharge planning by working with case manager as indicated.
Collect and report data to demonstrate outcomes and effectiveness of program.
Assist the Director of Nursing Resources and Metrics to provide an annual report and evaluation of the program. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Active and unincumbered RN license, Texas Board of Nursing.
Bachelor’s Degree or higher, Preferred.
2 years or greater pediatric patient care experience, Required.
Supervisory experience, Recommended.
Competency in placement of peripheral catheters.
Computer literacy in basic skills and understanding of computer system. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS. Registered Nurse in the State of Texas Pediatric PICC Insertion Certification, Preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) upon hire or within 90 days of hire/transfer date Until all children are well. Driscoll Children’s Hospital and its specialty centers, urgent care centers, and after-hours facility serve a vast area covering 31 South Texas counties. The hospital is a 191-bed tertiary care center offering 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. Combined with our non-profit, community-based Health Plan, Driscoll Health System is an exceptional workplace for anyone with a big heart and a drive for success. Smiles, hugs and a soothing touch are as much a part of Driscoll’s approach to treating children as is its advanced medical treatments and technologies. The core values at Driscoll Heath System are: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values are exemplified through every position - from treating the most critical patients hands-on, to maintaining a clean environment, to keeping the organization running from behind the scenes. We invite you to learn about Driscoll’s rich history and explore the laidback lifestyle South Texas has to offer.
