Operating Room Charge Nurse 0.9 FTE, 1830 start

Seattle Children's; Seattle (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Children's is seeking a Charge RN to provide safe and timely patient care, oversee nursing staff, and coordinate patient care in a pediatric setting. The role requires a current RN license and at least one year of nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics. Competitive hourly compensation is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b)

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum one year nursing experience required.
• Current Washington State RN License required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate patient care for the entire unit during assigned shifts.
• Responsible for planning and delivering safe patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BSN

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

PALS

Job description

As an integral member of the health care team, the Charge RN functions within the scope of practice as defined by the State and the ANA Scope and Standards for Pediatric Nursing Practice. Responsible for the planning, organization, and delivery of safe and timely patient and family care for all patients on the unit during each shift or for providing safe direct patient care. Applies the knowledge and skill necessary to provide appropriate interactions with staff, patients, and families of all ages. Uses the nursing process to oversee and coordinate patient care for the entire unit during the assigned shift. Assists in meeting Seattle Children's strategic plans by incorporating initiatives such as Continuous Performance Improvement (CPI), ART, etc., into daily work. In accordance with House Bill 1155 (effective January 1, 2020), certain areas have unpredictable clinical needs and will have a call obligation within their nursing positions, including Apheresis, Cardiac Cath Lab, Dialysis, ECMO, Home Care Services, Imaging Services (including GI Procedures), Perioperative Services, and Transplant Coordinators.

Required Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Minimum one year nursing experience required. Preference given to those with current experience in areas such as Perioperative Services, PICU, etc., and in pediatrics.

Required Credentials

• Current Washington State RN License or other current state license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers required for all positions. PEARS and PALS are accepted in lieu of BLS. ACLS is not accepted as a substitute.
• Charge Nurses in certain areas must obtain PALS within 6 months of employment and maintain it at all times, including units like CCU, Cath Lab, ED, NICU, PICU, among others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• More than one year of pediatric healthcare nursing experience.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly rate ranges from $47.60 to $89.80, based on full-time employment (2080 hours/year). Compensation offers depend on factors such as experience and skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 403(b), life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more. Additional details can be found on the Seattle Children’s website and union pay ranges are available online. Out-of-state applicants should note that compensation may vary by location.