RN- Emergency Services (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System in Miami, FL is hiring a Pediatric Emergency RN to assess, implement, and oversee care for Level I trauma patients within a team-based, multidisciplinary environment.

The role demands compassionate, patient- and family-centered care, a passion for learning, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting. You will work under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director and uphold Magnet standards and Patient Bill of Rights.

Qualifications

• Pediatric ER nursing experience preferred.
• BLS/CPR current required.
• PALS current within 2 years preferred.
• CPI training within 1 year.
• ACLS within 1 year of hire preferred.
• EMR proficiency preferred.
• Strong data interpretation and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, evidence-based care team.
• On-call coverage as required by department policy.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive multi-system assessments and develops care plans.
• Communicates patient progress and critical findings to physicians and care teams.
• Performs IV initiation/maintenance, specimen collection, POCT, and medication administration.
• Provides 1:1 patient supervision for critical cases and facilitates mobility for procedures.
• Completes bedside hand-offs during shift changes and transfers.
• Prepares discharge planning with accurate EMR documentation.
• Responds to codes/trauma as needed and documents actions taken.
• Ensures accurate triage documentation and vital signs per policy.
• Maintains EMR documentation for radiology, consents, and discharge.

Skills

Pediatric ER nursing

BLS certification

PALS certification

CPI training

EMR proficiency

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

RN licensure in Florida (or eNLC)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Summary

Assesses, implements, evaluates, and oversees the plan of care for Pediatric Emergency and Level I Trauma patients utilizing a team-based collaborative multidisciplinary approach. Provides compassionate patient and family centered care, has a passion for learning, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Supports and upholds quality standards of a Magnet designated hospital and Patient Bill of Rights. Practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director.

Description

Assesses, implements, evaluates, and oversees the plan of care for Pediatric Emergency and Level I Trauma patients utilizing a team-based collaborative multidisciplinary approach. Provides compassionate patient and family centered care, has a passion for learning, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Supports and upholds quality standards of a Magnet designated hospital and Patient Bill of Rights. Practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director.

Minimum Job Requirements

• RN - Registered Nurse RN Licensure within the State of Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) – maintain active and in good standing throughout employment


• CPR BLS -American Heart Association BLS must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment


• PALS - American Heart Association PALS must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment within 2 years


• CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute must maintain active and in good standing throughout employment within 1 year

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• ACLS within 1 year of hire and in good standing throughout employment preferred


• Nursing experience in a pediatric emergency room setting strongly preferred


• Proficiency in computers and Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred


• Able to analyze and interpret data and utilize the information to make judgments regarding patient care


• Effective verbal and written communication skills


• Ability to positively influence, hold self and others accountable


• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment


• Ability to apply principles of evidence-based practice, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice


• Able to provide coverage for on-call assignments per departmental and hospital policy

Job Specific Duties

• Completes a comprehensive multi-system assessment that includes Cardiac, Respiratory and Neurological. Develops a plan of care and conducts reassessments.


• Communicates patient's progress (critical findings & condition) with the physician and/or disciplines involved in care. Ensures accuracy through close loop communication with provider.


• Provides care such as starting/monitoring IV’s, specimen collection, POC testing, medication administration, and assists medical team with other procedures including sedation as required per policy.


• Actively supports patient (1:1 care with critical patients) by transporting the patient to all areas within the hospital for procedures.


• Completes bedside hand-off communication at shift change, transfers, and patient reassignments.


• Reviews patient admission history, prepares and accurately completes the discharge planning with a focus on an accurate electronic discharge process.


• Responds to codes and traumas as needed; documents and takes action according departmental protocols.


• Ensures accurate completion of triage documentation including vital signs and patient history as per department and hospital policies and procedures.


• Accesses Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes accurate and timely documentation including: radiology workflow, consents, and discharge documentation.


• Communicates and documents critical lab results per hospital policy and procedures.


• Completes rounding to provide comfort measures, pain assessment and/or reassessment. Plans and carries through on all needs for the patient and family.


• Promotes an “error-free” working environment by consistently providing high-quality safe care as prompted.


• Demonstrates and ensures proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) indication and use.


• Meets or exceeds unit standards in achieving hospital-wide CEI/SEI. Completes documentation in a timely manner, & is accountable to regulatory requirements of the DNV & other accrediting agencies.


• Provides continuous supervision, observation of behavioral health patients, and adheres to non-violent crisis intervention strategies (CPI).

Job

Nursing - Clinical

Department

EMERGENCY ROOM NURSING-2100-670600

Job Status

Professional