SWAT RN

Job Summary:

The SJMC IV Therapy team is composed of dedicated RN vascular access experts providing comprehensive IV therapy services seven days a week, from 6:00 AM to 1:30 AM. We deliver all services directly at the patient's bedside, utilizing mobile ultrasounds and IV carts to offer full vascular access support.

Our primary focus is on ensuring patient safety and delivering high-quality care. To achieve this, we concentrate on selecting the most appropriate vascular access for each patient's immediate needs, while also considering their anticipated needs throughout their entire care plan.

Our specialized team of vascular access professionals collaborates closely with physicians and nursing staff to ensure patients' vascular access needs are effectively addressed. Our IV Therapy Registered Nurses conduct thorough vascular assessments and, in consultation with the physician, place the most appropriate vascular access device based on the patient's individualized care plan. This includes the insertion of peripheral IVs, ultrasound-guided peripheral IVs, midlines, and PICC lines. We provide ongoing monitoring of all lines on a daily basis, along with IV troubleshooting, dressing changes, and expert consultative services to support the evolving needs of our patients.

Essential Job Functions:

• Evaluates appropriate intravenous catheter/device to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Assesses the appropriateness for and demonstrates competency in placing PICCs using the bedside Ultrasound Machine.
• Establishes difficult intravenous (IV) insertions throughout the hospital.
• Performs Therapeutic Phlebotomies.
• Manages Central Venous Access Devices (CVADs) complications and catheter repair.

Education/Work Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. 
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.  
• Minimum of two years of experience in placing IVs and managing CVADs within the last five years required.
• Experience placing PICC Lines preferred.  

Licensure/Certification:

• Current State Licensure as a Registered Nurse required. 
• AHA BLS certification required. 
• INS (Infusion Nurses Society) certification is preferred. 

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.