Registered Nurse - Vascular Access- PRN New

Summary

Registered Nurse - Vascular Access- PRN

Location: Carroll Hospital, 200 Memorial Avenue, Westminster, MD 21157

Job Type: PRN (As Needed)

Department: IV Access / Nursing

Position Summary

Carroll Hospital, part of the LifeBridge Health system, is seeking a Registered Nurse (PRN) specializing in IV/PICC access to join our dedicated patient care team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality, evidence-based care, following LifeBridge Health protocols, policies, and clinical standards.

This PRN role requires flexibility, strong clinical assessment skills, and IV/PICC expertise to support patients across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow standard IV access protocols, guidelines, and LBH hospital procedures.
• Evaluate and document patient assessments, including physical/emotional pain and comfort needs.
• Prioritize patient/family needs and incorporate into the care plan.
• Identify and document educational needs to support informed healthcare decisions and successful care transitions.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and families.
• Develop and coordinate discharge plans independently or collaboratively.
• Demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, and professional behavior.
• Conduct hourly rounding to ensure patient satisfaction and safety.
• Participate in care team meetings and peer review processes.
• Delegate tasks effectively to ensure timely and accurate care delivery.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care.
• Stay current with nursing research, best practices, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Be knowledgeable about Nurse Sensitive Indicators (NSIs) and policies aimed at reducing them.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license from the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON)
• Certifications: Current BLS certification (AHA) required
• Experience:
• IV and PICC access experience required
• Prior acute care or hospital-based RN experience strongly preferred
  

Additional Information

Who We Are:

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.

What We Offer

Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.

Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.

Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.

Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.

Why LifeBridge Health?

With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.

Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.

LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.