Psychiatric Staff RN- BH8B- Nights

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide nursing care using a family-centered approach. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, planning and implementing care, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The position requires a BSN or an Associate degree with a commitment to earn a BSN and a valid Ohio RN license. Starting pay is set at $36.90/hr, making this an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• Commitment to complete BSN within 5 years of hire.
• Registered Nurse license must be valid in Ohio.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care ensuring quality and safety.
• Assess and communicate patient care needs.
• Document patient care according to standards.

Skills

Patient care

Therapeutic communication

Quality improvement

Education

BSN or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN

Registered Nurse license in the State of Ohio

Tools

CPR certification

NRP

PALS

ACLS

Job description

Job Summary

Assists patients to move rapidly, uneventfully, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care while 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 and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License.

Shift Details

• Shift: Nights (11pm-7:30am), 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week).
• Every other weekend required.
• Starting pay: $36.90/hr, commensurate with experience.

Essential Functions

• Provides nursing care using a family-centered approach.
• Assesses individualized patient needs; communicates patient care needs and priorities to LPNs, PCAs, Unit Coordinators, and Allied Health personnel.
• 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 workplace community by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing, understanding quality improvement, representing staff at relevant meetings, and reporting important information and updates back to staff.
• Documents according to organizational standards, policies, and procedures.

Education and Licensure

• BSN or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.
• Registered Nurse license in the State of Ohio.

Required Certifications

• Current CPR certification.
• Willing to obtain and maintain NRP, PALS, ACLS, APHON or other necessary certifications as determined by manager.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally: handle biohazard waste; climb stairs or ladder; drive motor vehicle; handle fumigants, gases or vapors; use hands for grasping, gripping, turning; lift or carry 41-60 lbs; lift or carry 61-100 lbs; operate machinery or power tools; push or pull 100 lbs or greater with assistance; reach above shoulder.
• Frequently: bend or twist; work with blood or bodily fluids; chemicals or medications; communicable diseases; depth perception; electricity; lift or carry 0-10 lbs; lift or carry 11-20 lbs; lift or carry 21-40 lbs; patient equipment; push or pull 0-25 lbs; push or pull 26-40 lbs; push or pull 41-60 lbs; push or pull 61-100 lbs; repetitive hand or arm use; sit; squat or kneel.
• Continuously: audible speech; color vision; computer skills; decision making; hearing acuity; data interpretation; peripheral vision; problem solving; see far or near; stand; walk.

Additional Physical Requirements

(None listed)

EEO Statement

Equal opportunity employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran.