Child Life Specialist I - PRN Weekend Coverage

Inova Health; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Inova Fairfax Medical Campus seeks a dedicated Child Life Specialist 1 PRN to support pediatric patients and their families. The role involves weekend coverage as needed to support staffing needs and patient care delivery.

The position requires collaboration with the care team to reduce stress and improve patient experience, with opportunities to engage in community relations and program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Eligible to sit for Child Life Council Certification exam.

Responsibilities

• Provides Child Life services for all pediatric patients, siblings and family support; offers one-on-one support to help patients cope with hospitalization stress.
• Develops individualized activities and programs; collaborates with the healthcare team to guide decisions based on clinical experience and patient satisfaction data.
• Assists in establishing policies, procedures and community outreach activities; supports community groups and public relations efforts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Child Life services

Family support

Interventions

Clinical decision making

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Inova Fairfax Medical Campus seeks a dedicated Child Life Specialist 1 PRN to support pediatric patients and their families. The role involves weekend coverage as needed to support staffing needs and patient care delivery.

The position requires collaboration with the care team to reduce stress and improve patient experience, with opportunities to engage in community relations and program development.