Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford Hiring for Vacular Access Program Manager (1.0 FTE, Days) at PALO ALTO, California Full Time

Patient Services

1.0 FTE, 8 Hour Day Shift

At Stanford Children’s Health, we know world-renowned care begins with world-class caring. That’s why we combine advanced technologies and breakthrough discoveries with family-centered care. It’s why we provide our caregivers with continuing education and state-of-the-art facilities, like the newly remodeled Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. And it’s why we need caring, committed people on our team – like you. Join us on our mission to heal humanity, one child and family at a time.

Job Summary

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

The Vascular Access Program Manager will play a crucial role in supporting the development and implementation of a comprehensive program focused on nursing PIV (peripheral IV line) skills, pain management during IV insertion, and the enhancement of vascular access services. This role is responsible for developing quality metrics, overseeing projects, conducting research to improve program integrity, engagement, and effectiveness, and collaborating with various departments to optimize patient care. The Vascular Access Program Manager will work closely with the VAD Nursing Professional Development Specialist and the Stanford Children’s Systems Level Clinical Nurse Specialist to implement training and education initiatives supporting this program.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital’s policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

• Develop protocols and procedures for PIV nursing skills, including bedside staff, US PIV skills, and pain management strategies for PIV insertion and PICC placement.

• Coordinate with other hospital departments and teams (e.g., Interventional Radiology, Nephrology, Gastroenterology) to optimize patient care and enhance vascular access services.

• Assign VAD champions on each unit to align with unit super users, creating a more robust vascular access structure by developing the team and ensuring ongoing competencies.

• Conduct regular rounds on units to provide support to nursing champions, patients, and families, and collaborate with provider and care team members.

• Collect and analyze data to determine success metrics, assess outcomes, and identify opportunities for quality improvement, with a focus on Infection Control (CLABSI prevention) and PIVIE quality improvement work.

• Lead research initiatives specific to vascular access, with the goal of achieving pain-free and successful IV placement on the first attempt to distinguish [Hospital Name] from other hospitals. Foster innovation and research at the program level.

• Ensure that the Vascular Access Program remains at or ahead of industry standards regarding technology, tools, techniques, and training.

• Support ongoing education and training related to PIV nursing skills and pain management during insertion.

• Collaborate with the Family Advisory group to develop patient education materials that enhance patient comfort and success rates.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

  Minimum Qualifications

  Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

  Education: Bachelor’s degree in a work-related discipline/field from an accredited college or university

  Experience: Five (5) years of experience as a vascular access nurse or related experience.

  License/Certification: RN – Valid California license to practice as a Registered Nurse. Certification in Vascular Access

  Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.

• Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in vascular access.

• Exceptional communication, relationship building, teaching, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work autonomously while also being skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Develop, in collaboration with Nurse Management, policies and procedures that overlap with program function.

• Ability to understand customer satisfaction concepts, identify internal, external, and partner-provider customers, and address their needs and concerns.

• Effective problem-solving skills.

• Experience and familiarity with computerized systems and software, with a willingness to continually develop computer and systems skills.

• Knowledge of Title XXII and JCAHO standards.

• Positive human relations skills to interface effectively with diverse groups of staff, physicians, and peers.

• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the safe and effective performance of the job.

  Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

  The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Pay Range

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role.

Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.

Minimum to Midpoint Range (1.0 FTE): $149,552.00 to $187,574.40

Equal Opportunity Employer

L ucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, LPCH does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements, and where applicable, in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. REQNUMBER: 18967-1A