Per Diem Registered Nurse (RN) – PICC Nurse
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Posted Aug 11 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Weekends
- Every weekend
- Term
- Per Diem
- On the floor
- Precepting expected
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 3+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
The median for nursing in New Mexico is $35/hr, across 121 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
VIC the PICC ("VTP") is a specialized healthcare provider focused on vascular access consulting services to acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities and home healthcare. We provide vascular access device insertion services, post access support services including declotting, line removal, port access and venous access troubleshooting. VTP also provides continuing education, precepting and other educational support to clinical team members and customers.
VTP provides on-site and mobile vascular access support services throughout the Western and Southern United States and prides itself on delivering innovative, affordable and easy to procure services with high levels of client and patient satisfaction.
VTP strives to create an uplifting career opportunity for clinical team members and an environment that emphasizes our core values of Integrity, Support, Respect, Inquisitiveness, Compassion and Stewardship.
Job Description
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As a Vascular Access Nurse Consultant, you will work collaboratively with our customer's clinical team to resolve venous access issues to facilitate the treatment objectives of the treating physician. You may work inside or outside the hospital setting depending on each individual referral, providing you with a unique career opportunity to observe different treatment protocols and patient challenges. If you are looking for a change and tired of 12 hours on your feet or rushing from patient to patient with no time to provide quality care, this would be the perfect opportunity for you.
This posting is for a Per Diem position.
As a VTP Vascular Access Nurse Consultant you will
Place PICCs, midlines, and peripheral IVs using ultrasound guidance Utilize ECG technology for PICC tip confirmation Assist with management of PICCs and Vascular Access devices. Provide a wide range of vascular access support services including but not limited to port access, removal of lines, declotting, etc. Educate facility nursing staff regarding PICCs, midlines and many other CVAD's
Scheduling
In this role, Consultants visit patients in different customer facilities and therefore must be willing to travel to customer facilities and able to fulfill scheduling requirements as indicated based on business needs. Part-time (Per Diem) scheduling requirements include a minimum of 4 scheduled shifts per month, including weekends, and participation in the holiday rotation.
Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse with current license American Heart BLS Certification Minimum of 3 years of acute care RN experience Experience placing PICCs, midlines, or other vascular access devices using ultrasound Experience in vascular access device (VAD) management, including care, maintenance, and troubleshooting Experience placing ultrasound-guided IVs (USGIVs) Ability to work independently and fulfill scheduling requirements as indicated by job classification Must possess a smart phone Valid driver's license, active auto insurance, and reliable transportation for travel to patient sites Must LOVE vascular access!
Why Join VTP? We offer benefits that truly enhance work-life balance and job satisfaction:
Competitive pay with performance-based bonuses. Professional Development: Ongoing education, training, and mentorship. Comprehensive Benefits for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off. Company provided vehicle or mileage reimbursement for travel between patient sites. Supportive Culture: Join a positive, growth-focused team with 24/7 on-call support.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. If you're passionate about vascular access and ready to grow with us, apply today!
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Requirements
- Registered Nurse with current license
- American Heart BLS Certification
- Minimum of 3 years of acute care RN experience
- Experience placing PICCs, midlines, or other vascular access devices using ultrasound
- Experience in vascular access device (VAD) management, including care, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Experience placing ultrasound-guided IVs (USGIVs)
- Ability to work independently and fulfill scheduling requirements as indicated by job classification
- Must possess a smart phone
- Valid driver's license, active auto insurance, and reliable transportation for travel to patient sites
- Must LOVE vascular access!
- Why Join VTP?
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Place
- City
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Median rent
- $1,145/mo
- Local household income
- $68,317/yr
- Metro price level
- 4% below the national average
- Address
- Albuquerque, NM, USA
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Albuquerque area index 95.5, where 100 is the national average.
Nestled in the high desert along the Rio Grande, Albuquerque blends Southwestern culture with a sunny, four-season climate. The Sandia Mountains frame the skyline to the east, while historic Old Town offers adobe architecture and local shops. A relaxed pace and diverse medical facilities make it an appealing option for nurses seeking a distinctive Southwestern lifestyle.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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You join VTP Holdings (VIC the PICC) as a mobile vascular access nurse based out of the Irvine, California area. Your work is the line itself: PICCs, midlines, and ultrasound-guided peripheral IVs, ECG tip confirmation, declotting, port access, troubleshooting, and…
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