Registered Nurse (RN) - IV Team - PD
Catholic Health·Town of Smithtown, New York
Catholic Health·Town of Smithtown, New York
The IV Team/Rapid Response Nurse provides expert vascular access services and responds to hospital-wide patient emergencies. This role involves performing advanced procedures, managing complications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to stabilize patients.
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Catherine of Siena Hospital is a proud member of Catholic Health and has served the residents of the Smithtown area for more than 50 years.
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Catherine’s is located on the north shore of Long Island in Smithtown.
The campus is comprised of 296-bed not-for-profit community hospital; a 240-bed nursing and rehabilitation care center; and a 60,000 square foot medical office building.
Our nurses, physicians, and support staff are devoted to providing advanced health care in an environment of compassion to our patients, their families, and our community.
Our Mission is to create an environment of healing and compassion, to offer care to those in need and to provide a spirit of mutual respect while upholding our religious mission.
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Catherine of Siena Hospital is dedicated to providing a supportive environment, committed to the highest standards of patient care, where health care professionals can develop their expertise and strengthen their credentials.
Our primary focus is the way we treat and serve our communities.
We work collaboratively to provide compassionate care and utilize evidence based practice to improve outcomes – to every patient, every time.
The IV Team/Rapid Response Nurse is a specialized clinical role responsible for providing expert vascular access services and responding to patient emergencies hospital-wide.
This position supports patient safety, enhances nursing efficiency, and ensures high-quality care by delivering timely interventions during critical situations and assisting with difficult IV placements.
REGISTERED NURSE RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform advanced vascular access procedures, including peripheral IV insertion, midline catheter placement, and difficult IV access management.
Troubleshoot and manage complications related to vascular access devices, such as occlusions, infiltration, or infections.
Collaborate with nursing and medical teams to identify patients requiring specialized IV support.
Provide education and training to nursing staff on IV insertion techniques and maintenance.
Monitor and maintain IV-related equipment and supplies.
Respond promptly to rapid response calls and provide advanced clinical assessment and intervention.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to stabilize patients and prevent escalation to code events.
Document all rapid response activities and interventions accurately and timely.
Participate in post-event debriefs and quality improvement initiatives to enhance emergency response processes.
Respond to MTP codes and be the subject matter expert on MTP protocols and utilization of the Belmont.
Serve as a resource for nursing staff regarding vascular access and rapid response best practices.
Participate in staff education sessions, including mock rapid response/code drills.
Maintain knowledge of current clinical guidelines, hospital protocols, and evidence-based practices.
Contribute to quality improvement projects related to vascular access and rapid response outcomes.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Current New York State RN License required. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in critical care nursing required. BLS, ACLS, and PALS required. Certification in vascular access (e.g., VA-BC) or critical care (e.g., CCRN) preferred.
Usd $58.91 - Usd $64.91 /Hr.
This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range or rate listed does not include any differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, employees are eligible for generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing school with a current New York State RN license and 3-5 years of critical care experience. Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, and PALS, with a BSN and vascular access or critical care certifications preferred.
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