RN- Registered Nurse Vascular Access - Vascular Venous Access PICC

The Vascular Access/PICC Registered Nurse is a specialized clinical role responsible for the assessment, insertion, maintenance, and removal of vascular access devices, including peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs), midlines, and peripheral IVs. This position supports safe, timely, and evidence-based vascular access services across inpatient and outpatient settings at UAB St. Vincent's East, serving as a clinical expert and resource to interdisciplinary teams.

Clinical Setting

• Full-time position, Monday through Friday days schedule
• Inpatient and outpatient settings
• Vascular Venous Access PICC Team, UAB St. Vincent's East

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments to determine appropriate vascular access device selection based on clinical indications, therapy duration, and patient condition
• Perform vascular access procedures including PICC placement, midline catheter insertion, and ultrasound-guided peripheral IV access using aseptic technique and evidence-based practice
• Verify catheter tip placement per organizational policy using ECG-based technology, radiographic confirmation, or other approved methods
• Provide ongoing care, troubleshooting, dressing changes, and maintenance of vascular access devices
• Educate patients, families, and staff on vascular access care, infection prevention, and device management
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, and nursing staff to optimize vascular access outcomes
• Document procedures, assessments, and patient education accurately in the electronic health record
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives related to CLABSI prevention, patient safety, and quality outcomes
• Serve as a clinical consultant for difficult access cases and vascular access-related complications
• Adhere to all regulatory, accreditation, and facility policies, including infection control and safety standards

Required Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Alabama, obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Minimum of 2 years of acute care nursing experience (ICU, ED, or medical-surgical preferred)
• Advanced Life Support certification obtained within 6 months of hire date or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted)
• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in vascular access or PICC line insertion
• Certification such as VA-BC (Vascular Access – Board Certified) or CRNI
• Proficiency with ultrasound-guided vascular access

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Associate Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Additional benefits available for eligible positions