RN - PICC / Vascular Access Team - UW Medical Center-Northwest (Part Time)

Job Description

UW Medical Center-Northwest - Vascular Access Team has an outstanding opportunity for a Part Time PICC Registered Nurse.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Part time / 50% FTE
• Must be available to work two 10-hour shifts per week (7:00am-5:30pm)
• Must be available to work rotating weekend shifts

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
RNs on the Vascular Access Team operate in a roving capacity, supporting multiple hospital units and consulting and collaborating with providers. PICC RNs are responsible for inserting Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) lines, midlines, and IVs to patients as well as support line site care throughout our hospital.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Insert PICC lines, midlines, and IVs to a wide range of patients
• Access implanted ports
• Monitor patients with ultrasound equipment while catheters are in place
• Respond quickly to complications while catheters are inserted
• Provide personalized care with compassion and respect
• Provide support with line care

REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years of recent inpatient hospital nursing experience
• Previous Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) experience
• Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State
• Active BLS

Equivalent education or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license or certification.

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$46.97 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$86.17 hourly

Other Compensation:

BSN (or higher) premium - $1.00/hour Certification premium - $1.25/hour Weekend premium - $4.00/hour Overtime pay

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

50.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

WSNA UWMC Northwest

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER 

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. 

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. 

Our Commitment 

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected]. 

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.