RN-Critical Care Float Pool-Weekend Option-DAYS

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to provide Family Centered nursing care. Successful candidates will engage in patient advocacy while adhering to ANA Code of Ethics, ensuring quality and safety are prioritized throughout the care process.

Applicants must hold a BSN or an Associate degree with a commitment to obtain a BSN within five years, and possess current CPR certification. Opportunity available for a part-time weekend option shifts, with emphasis on a collaborative workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must be willing to obtain other necessary certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach.
• Assesses individualized patient needs and communicates them effectively.
• Plans, implements, educates, and evaluates care using Evidence-Based Practices.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Culturally competent care

Advanced critical thinking

Education

BSN or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years

Job description

Job Description 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.

Overview

• Weekend option dayshift 7a-7p
• 5 12-hour shifts per pay period
• Mix of Friday/Saturday/Sunday
• 48 weekends per year

Essential Functions

• Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach.
• Assesses individualized patient needs. Communicates patient care needs and priorities to assigned Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Patient Care Assistants (PCAs), Unit Coordinators, and Allied Health personnel.
• Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care using Evidence-Based Practices.
• Uses Therapeutic Communication while monitoring the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and families.
• Engages in the workplace community 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; Associate degree 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.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain NRP, PALS, ACLS, APHON or other necessary certification as determined by your manager based on business unit.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to provide culturally competent care with a demonstrated commitment to ensuring quality and safety initiatives.
• Advanced critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

Experience

Not specified.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally: Biohazard waste, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 61-100 lbs, Machinery, Power Tools, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance.
• Frequently: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Depth perception, Electricity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Squat/kneel.
• Continuously: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking.

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

Not specified.

EOE Statement

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet