CN III (Test)

Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

CHOC Children’s is seeking a Clinical Nurse to plan and deliver family-centered care for pediatric and neonatal patients, including those requiring ALS or CCT transport. The role collaborates with physicians, families and other professionals to ensure outstanding outcomes and compassionate care.

The position requires multiple advanced certifications (ACLS, NRP, PALS) and a BSN with CA RN licensure, plus several years of pediatric critical care experience.

Qualifications

• Three years of pediatric critical care nursing experience in NICU, PICU, Transport Team or CVICU, plus one year in a pediatric setting.
• BSN or higher; CA RN licensure required.
• ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications; CTRN or C-NPT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver family-centered pediatric and neonatal nursing care.
• Coordinate and evaluate patient care with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain competency in advanced scope of practice including intubation and resuscitation.
• Document timely and accurate reports per CHOC policies.

Skills

Critical care nursing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

RN - CA licensure

Tools

ACLS

NRP

PALS

CTRN / C-NPT

Job description

Work Location

Orange, California

Work Shift

Day – 12hrs (United States of America)

Why CHOC?

At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children’s health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community’s pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC’s compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals.

Job Summary

The Clinical Nurse is responsible for the planning and delivery of family-centered patient care utilizing the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsible for directing and coordinating nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards. Collaborates with patient/family and other professional disciplines to create a partnership which ensures effective and efficient patient care delivery for the achievement of mutually desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization’s vision and mission while promoting and providing excellence in nursing care. Accountable and responsible for deliverance of nursing care for all aged pediatric and neonatal patients requiring medical Advanced Life Support (ALS) or medical Critical Care Transport (CCT) under the supervision and in collaboration with a CHOC Children’s Physician. Responsible for accurately assessing, attempting to restore and maintain the well being of the ill and/or injured pediatric or neonatal patient during intrafacility or interfacility ALS or CCT transport. Responsible for obtaining and maintaining competency in advanced scope of practice skills which include intubation, umbilical line placement, intraosseous insertion, needle thoracentesis, and resuscitation.

Pay Range

Minimum $68.00 Midpoint $85.00 Maximum $106.25

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

Experience * Required: Minimum three (3) years of critical care nursing experience in either NICU, PICU, Transport Team or CVICU and one (1) year in a pediatric setting. * Preferred: Five (5) years of critical care nursing experience in a pediatric inpatient hospital. Previous Transport Team experience. Education * Required: Graduation from an accredited school of Registered Nursing; Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) (effective on all offers made after November 1, 2015). Training * Required: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) Certification (within 4 months of hire) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). * Preferred: Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN); Certified Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN). Specialized Skills * Required: Knowledge of and ability to provide appropriate family-centered patient care based upon age appropriateness and cultural and spiritual needs; Excellent customer satisfaction skills; Effective communication skills; Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner; Ability to work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others; Ability to prepare timely and accurate documentation and reports; Ability to perform work according to CHOC policies and procedures, professional standards of care, and applicable laws; Demonstrate flexibility and creativity in response to unexpected changes in work load/staffing; Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards; care with sensitivity and respect; advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission; and understand and exceed customer expectations. Licensure * Required: Critical Transport Registered Nurse (CTRN) or Certified neonatal Pediatric Transport (C-NPT); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); Basic Life Support (BLS); Neonatal Resuscitation Provider – Advanced (NRP); Neonatal Resuscitation Provider – Essentials (NRP) – Required within four (4) months of hire or transfer; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); Registered Nurse (RN) – CA. * Preferred: Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN); Critical Transport RN.

Work Environments - Functional Demand:

Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient) .

Physical Activity Requirements:

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation

Physical Activity Lifting

Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%

Sensory Requirements:

Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision

Environment Requirements:

Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Non-Discrimination Statement:

CHOC does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, genetic information, disability, sex, gender (including pregnancy, breastfeeding, childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, medical condition, sexual orientation, veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or other protected characteristics in accordance with state and federal laws.

We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply for positions at CHOC, even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the listed qualifications for a particular role, as your unique experience may be a great addition to our culture for another one of our opportunities.

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