Children's Nebraska
Staff RN - Vascular Access / Vascular Access Team - Full time/Weekend
Children's Nebraska, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
Staff RN - Vascular Access / Vascular Access Team - Full time/Weekend
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Staff RN - Vascular Access / Vascular Access Team - Full time/Weekend
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Children's Nebraska
Weekend Incentive: $10/hr
Schedule: 36 hrs - Weekend Day Coverage 7a-7p Friday, Saturday and Sunday
At Children’s Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state’s only full‑service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families—from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth. Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most.
Overview Provides support in obtaining and maintaining vascular access in pediatric patients. This includes placing peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) and difficult peripheral intravenous catheters (PIV), teaching staff and families about various vascular access options, changing/troubleshooting central line dressings, and maintaining a PICC database.
Essential Functions
Insert PICC lines, including assessment, education, collaboration with medical team about sedation, sterile technique, ultrasound guidance, documentation, and follow‑up.
Insert PIVs, including prompt response to consult, attempts on patients with extensive medical histories, use of assistive devices, and documentation.
Care for and troubleshoot PIVs and central lines: assessments, dressing changes/cap changes, administration of Alteplase (TPA), education to patients/families, weekly rounds with CNS/Educator, serving as a consultant to enhance bedside RN skills.
Maintain database and keep current knowledge on vascular access: accurate data entry, data review for improvement, participation in performance improvement, data collection for NDNQI, review national standards/regulations, support research/publication, systematic analysis, dissemination of new knowledge.
Demonstrate clinical leadership: serve as clinical/systems expert, collaborate proactively, implement nursing process, function as liaison, seek guidance, emphasize teamwork, engage in professional growth, improve systems, recommend improvements.
Accept assignments to share/teach knowledge, provide clinical support as a preceptor, mentor student nurse observation experience.
Education Qualifications
Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing – Required
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing – Preferred
Experience Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of RN experience – Required
1–3 years ICU experience – Preferred
Skills And Abilities
Perform a variety of duties efficiently and with composure under stressful conditions while prioritizing tasks.
Demonstrate situational power, control, autonomy and flexibility.
Show proficiency in verbal/written communication, time management, problem solving and knowledge of regulatory agency standards.
Licenses and Certifications
RN – State licensure and/or Compact State licensure – Required at hire
BLS – Basic Life Support – Required at hire
PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support – Required within 180 days
VABC – Vascular Access Board Certified – Required within 3 years
Current valid certification in Critical Care, Emergency, or Pediatric Nursing – Preferred
Children’s is an equal opportunity employer, embracing and valuing the unique strengths and differences of people. We cultivate an inclusive environment of respect and trust where we all belong. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Staff RN - Vascular Access / Vascular Access Team - Full time/Weekend
role at
Children's Nebraska
Weekend Incentive: $10/hr
Schedule: 36 hrs - Weekend Day Coverage 7a-7p Friday, Saturday and Sunday
At Children’s Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state’s only full‑service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families—from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth. Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most.
Overview Provides support in obtaining and maintaining vascular access in pediatric patients. This includes placing peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) and difficult peripheral intravenous catheters (PIV), teaching staff and families about various vascular access options, changing/troubleshooting central line dressings, and maintaining a PICC database.
Essential Functions
Insert PICC lines, including assessment, education, collaboration with medical team about sedation, sterile technique, ultrasound guidance, documentation, and follow‑up.
Insert PIVs, including prompt response to consult, attempts on patients with extensive medical histories, use of assistive devices, and documentation.
Care for and troubleshoot PIVs and central lines: assessments, dressing changes/cap changes, administration of Alteplase (TPA), education to patients/families, weekly rounds with CNS/Educator, serving as a consultant to enhance bedside RN skills.
Maintain database and keep current knowledge on vascular access: accurate data entry, data review for improvement, participation in performance improvement, data collection for NDNQI, review national standards/regulations, support research/publication, systematic analysis, dissemination of new knowledge.
Demonstrate clinical leadership: serve as clinical/systems expert, collaborate proactively, implement nursing process, function as liaison, seek guidance, emphasize teamwork, engage in professional growth, improve systems, recommend improvements.
Accept assignments to share/teach knowledge, provide clinical support as a preceptor, mentor student nurse observation experience.
Education Qualifications
Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing – Required
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing – Preferred
Experience Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of RN experience – Required
1–3 years ICU experience – Preferred
Skills And Abilities
Perform a variety of duties efficiently and with composure under stressful conditions while prioritizing tasks.
Demonstrate situational power, control, autonomy and flexibility.
Show proficiency in verbal/written communication, time management, problem solving and knowledge of regulatory agency standards.
Licenses and Certifications
RN – State licensure and/or Compact State licensure – Required at hire
BLS – Basic Life Support – Required at hire
PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support – Required within 180 days
VABC – Vascular Access Board Certified – Required within 3 years
Current valid certification in Critical Care, Emergency, or Pediatric Nursing – Preferred
Children’s is an equal opportunity employer, embracing and valuing the unique strengths and differences of people. We cultivate an inclusive environment of respect and trust where we all belong. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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