What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse - IV Team position at Cooper University Hospital?
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Short Description
The Registered RN is a professional caregiver, who as a member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. They supervise and provide care to these patients utilizing the nursing process, including the therapeutic use of self.
Key Responsibilities
Follows established policies and procedures.
Communicates openly with internal customers and supervisors.
Provides excellent customer service, interfacing well with all levels of staff, management, and physicians.
Applies Cooper's core values.
Performs Other duties as required.
Overview
The hospital's IV team is a specialized unit composed of highly trained and skilled nurses and healthcare professionals dedicated to intravenous (IV) therapy. This team is essential for ensuring that patients receive the most appropriate and expertly managed IV care. They provide 24-hour coverage, ensuring that IV services are always available, day or night, to meet the needs of patients throughout the hospital. Key services provided by the IV team include: peripheral IV insertions, PICC line insertions, and ultrasound-guided IV insertions. The IV team's role is pivotal in inpatient care across various departments of the hospital. Their specialized skills contribute significantly to the efficiency and safety of treatment protocols, particularly in critical care settings where timely IV access can be lifesaving. Their dedication to patient comfort and their specialized skill set make them an invaluable part of the hospital’s healthcare provision
Experience Required
Minimum 2 years of acute care nursing experience required
Prior experience on an IV team or with vascular access is preferred
Prior ultrasound-guided IV insertion preferred
Education Requirements
Graduate of NLN-accredited School of Nursing
License/Certification Requirements
Current NJ-RN License (Registered Nurse); Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers); certain specialties may require advanced certification (i.e. ACLS, NALS, PALS)
Special Requirements
Hours: 7 pm -7 am, weekends and holidays required.
Salary Min ($)
USD $46.85Salary Max ($)
USD $70.81Salary : $46 - $70