RN Shift Coordinator D/N - Surgical Care Unit

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare provider in Washington, DC, is seeking an Experienced Charge Nurse for its Surgical Care Unit. This role involves directing patient care activities and ensuring family-centered nursing for patients with various surgical conditions. The ideal candidate will have a current RN license and experience in pediatric nursing. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN license and provide family-centered nursing care.
• Experience in a pediatric surgical/trauma unit preferred.
• Ability to direct patient care and collaborate with leadership.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities of the patient care delivery team.
• Participate in planning and evaluating unit-based clinical care.
• Ensure continuity of care is maintained.

Skills

Pediatric nursing care

Patient assessment

Family centered care

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) License

Job description

Overview

TOP 10 CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL IN THE NATION. U.S. News & World Report's 2024-2025 Best Children's Hospitals Honor Roll. Children's National is a Magnet designated hospital and the leading provider of pediatric care in the Washington, DC, area. Our team of 6,000+ employees provides world-class care in a warm and caring environment designed with kids in mind.

We're more than just a hospital; we're a health system for kids.

We have a great opening and would love to see your application! We are looking for Experienced Charge Nurses!

Surgical Care Unit is a 31-bed surgical/trauma unit, with cardio/respiratory monitoring capability for each bed. The unit specializes in the delivery of family centered nursing care for patients with surgical conditions including any orthopedic conditions from infancy through adolescence. Significant subgroups of patients include but are not limited to:

• Burns
• Trauma
• Pediatric General Surgery
• ENT
• Reconstructive Surgery
• Urology
• Ophthalmology
• Orthopedic trauma
• Spina Bifida
• Spinal fusion
• Bariatric Surgery

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. CNMC supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large. The Shift Coordinator, on a shift to shift basis, directs the activities of and/or participates as a member of the patient care delivery team. In collaboration with unit leadership, participates in planning, managing and evaluating unit based clinical care and ensuring that continuity of care is maintained.