OR Clinical RN- Surgery (Contingent)

10 Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a Registered Nurse First Assistant to support surgical teams throughout the patient’s perioperative journey. The role emphasizes safety, development of care plans, and advocacy in line with ANA ethics.

Required licensed RN in Ohio; BSN preferred or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years. Contingent, day shift, minimal monthly hours with no nights or holidays.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Ohio.
• BSN preferred; Associate degree required with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years.
• RN First Assistant experience is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach.
• Assesses individualized patient needs and priorities.
• Communicates care needs to surgical teams and directs staff as needed.
• Plans, educates, and evaluates care using evidence-based practice.
• Maintains documentation according to standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team coordination

Clinical assessment

Education

BSN preferred

Associate degree required with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Contingent, Day Shift, Minimum 16 hrs./month. No nights, weekends or holidays. *Previous OR experience preferred.

Job Description Summary

Assists patients to move rapidly, uneventfully, and as effectively as possible through their surgical encounter, maintaining quality and safety as a priority. Delegates, directs, oversees and provides developmentally appropriate patient care. Practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses. Maintains a current Ohio Nursing License.

Job Description

Essential Functions

Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach. Assesses individualized patient needs. Communicates patient care needs and priorities to Surgical Technologists and Perioperative Technicians. Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care using Evidence-Based Practices. Utilizes Therapeutic Communication while monitoring the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and families. Engages in the \"community of the unit\" by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing, understanding Quality Improvement, and representing staff at relevant meetings and then reporting important information and updates back to staff. Documents according to organizational standards, policies, and procedures.

Education Requirement

BSN, preferred. Associate degree, required with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.

Licensure Requirement

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Ohio.

Certifications

Current CPR certification, required.

Skills

(not specified)

Experience

May perform in the role of RN First Assistant as needed following successful completion of an accredited first assistant program.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Squat/kneel CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Cold Temperatures, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Electricity, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Hot Temperatures, Interpreting Data, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Loud Noises, Machinery, Patient Equipment, Peripheral vision, Power Tools, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing - Far/near, Sitting, Standing, Walking Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: Able to prioritize tasks. Demanding environment. Will need to be able to multitask.

Equal Opportunity Statement

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

Company Culture

The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.