Operating Room Registered Nurse - Philadelphia Campus

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 64,953 - 78,137; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is seeking a full-time Clinical Nurse to join our Operating Room team at the Philadelphia Campus. This role requires at least one year of RN experience and completion of a Periop 101 program, with a preference for prior pediatric experience.

As a Clinical Nurse, you will deliver quality patient care, collaborate with families, and engage in ongoing professional development. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $47.15 – $56.72 hourly, reflecting our commitment to fair pay practices.

Qualifications

• At least one (1) year RN experience required.
• Completion of a Periop 101 program required.
• At least one (1) year OR Circulating experience required.
• Preferably, prior experience in pediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate, and culturally effective care.
• Collaborate with patient/family to coordinate care.
• Consistently follow evidence-based practice bundles.

Skills

Computer Competency

Information Literacy

Information Management Literacy

Education

Technical Diploma Nursing

Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Job description

Seeking Breakthrough Makers

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through non‑discriminatory means.

A Brief Overview

• Full‑time, rotating shifts in the Operating Room at the Philadelphia Campus.
• Required: At least one (1) year RN experience.
• Required: Completion of a Periop 101 program.
• Required: At least one (1) year OR Circulating experience.
• Preferred: At least one (1) year OR Scrub experience.
• Preferred: Prior experience in pediatrics or area of specialty.

The Clinical Nurse practices at the level of an advanced beginner to expert practitioner of professional nursing in accordance with the CHOP Nursing Professional Practice Model. The nurse at this level demonstrates competence in caring for patients and families and progresses to caring for those with the most complex problems/highest acuity in the designated clinical area. Provides age/developmentally appropriate care. Care is delivered through RN leadership for patient care within the framework of family‑centered care.

What You Will Do

• Clinical Practice
  
  • Follows the nursing process to deliver safe, compassionate, and culturally effective care.
  • Gathers and synthesizes assessment data to determine the patient/family plan of care, share relevant data with the care team, and delegate tasks.
  • Recognizes or seeks resources when clinical changes indicate patient deterioration; utilizes the CAT team when appropriate.
  • Collaborates with patient, family, and multidisciplinary team to coordinate all facets of patient care.
  • Develops, implements, and/or revises the patient’s plan of care on admission and during hospitalization.
  • Consistently follows evidence‑based practice bundles and nursing standards/procedures.
  • Recognizes and addresses ethical dilemmas and/or moral distress, seeking resources to resolve situations.
  • Demonstrates competence in teaching patients/families and progresses toward expert educator status.
  • Evaluates and documents the care provided on each assigned shift.
  • Accountable for rapid adoption and implementation of clinical practice changes.
• Communication
  
  • Documents evaluation of nursing interventions and outcomes of care per hospital standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Consistently follows safe hand‑off practices.
  • Utilizes and exemplifies safety behaviors for error prevention; identifies potential safety concerns; communicates with unit leadership; enters safety nets when applicable.
  • Employs effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques and empathic listening skills.
  • Encourages patient/family self‑advocacy.
• Collaboration
  
  • Demonstrates effective teamwork as a member of the interdisciplinary care team, fostering a culture of respect.
  • Addresses disrespectful collaboration that may impact patient care or create non‑collaborative relationships; seeks resources to resolve incivility.
  • Actively participates in interdisciplinary patient care rounds and/or meetings and makes recommendations to the plan of care that reflect nursing goals and interventions.
  • Incorporates evidence‑based practice into direct clinical care with the multidisciplinary team.
  • Develops and implements effective partnerships with ancillary staff; delegates tasks effectively.
  • Maintains professional, therapeutic relationships with patients and families that serve the patient’s best interests.
• Professional Development
  
  • Models appearance and behaviors that promote a positive image of professional nursing.
  • Expands clinical judgment and critical thinking skills with increased experience.
  • Demonstrates mastery of Family Centered Care principles, including dignity, respect, information sharing, participation, and collaboration.
  • Understands optimal patient/family experiences and incorporates them into care delivery; participates in initiatives to improve satisfaction scores.
  • Practices within a shared decision‑making environment; familiar with and participates in Shared Governance council activities; may lead councils.
  • Familiar with Magnet designation and the Magnet Model; serves as unit‑based Magnet champion.
  • Demonstrates fiscal stewardship: manages own time to accomplish direct/indirect care in a cost‑effective manner; conserves resources; avoids incidental overtime; understands staffing cost implications; identifies cost‑saving opportunities.
  • Well informed about the Professional Advancement Program (PEAK) and considers participation.
  • Demonstrates healthcare informatics competency to manage patient care and outcome data.
  • Understands nursing‑sensitive outcomes and participates in improvement initiatives.
  • Identifies learning needs and actively meets them: attends required programs; maintains CEU for licensure; complies with mandatory education and competencies.
  • Understands change management and quality improvement principles; participates in or leads QI initiatives.
  • Understands and contributes to the science of nursing: develops inquiry, reads relevant literature, performs reviews, develops clinical questions, applies evidence‑based practice, and participates in research.
  • Participates in activities that improve community health.

Education Qualifications

• Technical Diploma Nursing (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree Nursing (preferred)

Experience Qualifications

• At least one (1) year RN experience (required).
• Prior experience in pediatrics or area of specialty (preferred).

Skills And Abilities

• Computer Competency
  
  • Basic use of a computer, keyboard, printer, USB ports.
  • Basic use of Microsoft Office (Word, spreadsheets, presentations, Skype).
  • Web browsing, intranet search, document access.
  • Use of shared network file space.
  • Basic use of patient‑facing technology (IV pumps, point‑of‑care devices, CR monitors).
  • Navigation and use of clinical communication systems.
• Information Literacy
  
  • Determines the nature and extent of clinical information needed and uses appropriate technology to access it.
  • Accesses needed information effectively and efficiently.
  • Evaluates information and its sources critically and incorporates them into clinical practice.
  • Evaluates outcomes of information use.
• Information Management Literacy
  
  • Navigation of electronic health record system.
  • Locates and reviews specific patient data in various clinical information systems.
  • Effectively uses clinical decision support tools.
  • Understands policies and procedures, confidentiality, security, and privacy regulations regarding clinical information systems.
  • Collects clinical data using quality improvement tools.

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) – Pennsylvania State Licensing Board – upon hire (required).
• Nursing Temporary Practice Permit (Pennsylvania) – Pennsylvania State Licensing Board – upon hire (required).
• Registered Nurse (New Jersey) – New Jersey State Licensing Board – upon hire (required).
• Nursing Temporary Practice Permit (New Jersey) – New Jersey State Licensing Board – upon hire (required).
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – certified by an organization that requires hands‑on instructor‑led psychomotor skills verification (e.g., American Heart Association or Red Cross) – upon hire (required).

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or have patient‑facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

Salary Range

$47.15 – $56.72 hourly. Salary ranges are shown for full‑time jobs. Part‑time hires will be adjusted accordingly. At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted. For more information regarding CHOP’s Compensation and Benefits, see CHOP’s Compensation and Benefits page.

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