IV/ Transfusion Nurse

Job Description:

The vascular access specialist team plays a crucial role in ensuring effective and safe vascular access for patients. Their responsibilities encompass a range of tasks, including the insertion of difficult peripheral intravenous cannulation, midline catheter insertion, and PICC line catheter insertion.

Job Responsibilities:

• Monitoring midline catheters for patency, signs of infection, and complications, and providing interventions as
• Collaborating with healthcare providers to determine appropriate therapy and coordinating the removal or replacement of midline catheters as required.
• Inserting peripheral IV catheters in patients with difficult veins or challenging access.
• Assessing and selecting appropriate veins for
• Utilizing various techniques and technologies to enhance successful cannulation, such as ultrasound-guided cannulation or vein visualization devices.
• Ensuring the placement of peripheral IV catheters with minimal complications and maintaining proper infection control
• Monitoring and maintaining peripheral IV catheters for optimal function and patient comfort.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals to determine the need for IV therapy and providing recommendations for suitable catheter
• Midline Catheter Insertion:
• Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) Line Insertion:
• Assessing patients’ suitability for PICC line insertion based on clinical indications, medical history, and vein condition.
• Documenting all vascular access procedures, patient assessments, and interventions accurately and in a timely
• Staying up-to-date with the latest evidence-based practices, guidelines, and technologies related to vascular
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and reduce
• Providing education and training to healthcare professionals on vascular access-related
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop policies, procedures, and guidelines related to vascular
• Participating in the evaluation and selection of vascular access devices and
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment, adhering to infection control protocols and occupational health and safety
• Obtaining informed consent from patients and explaining the procedure, benefits, and potential
• Preparing and maintaining a sterile field during the PICC line insertion process.
• Inserting PICC lines using ultrasound guidance and other specialized
• Ensuring accurate positioning of the catheter tip within the superior vena cava under fluoroscopy or other imaging
• Post-insertion, verifying the function and position of the PICC line through imaging studies.
• Educating patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers on PICC line care, maintenance, dressing changes, and potential

Job Requirements:

• Keeps supply shelves in order
• Bachelor degree in nursing
• BLS Certification
• International accreditation experience
• Valid license to practice