Staff Nurse

Akron Children's; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's is seeking a part-time RN supervisor to provide nursing care and staff guidance at the site under physician direction. The role includes mentoring clinical staff, patient assessments, and participating in staff education and evaluations.

You will advocate for pediatric patients and coordinate discharge planning as needed, while maintaining strong family and vendor relations. The position emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and adherence to hospital bylaws, with a 0.5 FTE

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• Current, Ohio RN license is required.
• BLS certification required.
• Candidates without a BSN must obtain the degree within 5 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care and staff guidance under physician supervision.
• Precept and mentor new employees and clinical staff.
• Assess patients as required.
• Educate staff on clinically related issues.
• Participate in staff evaluations at 90 days and annually.
• Advocate for pediatric patients and interact with families, vendors and the public.
• Address physical, psychological, social, educational and safety needs of patients.
• Coordinate discharge planning and request/perform consultations as directed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Customer service

Organization

Teamwork

Advocacy

Education

BSN required

Ohio RN license

BLS certification

BSN within 5 years if not held

Tools

EPIC

MS Office

Job description

40 hrs / Bi-Weekly

Days7:30 am - 6 pm

On-Site

Summary:

Provides nursing care and staff guidance for clinical issues, under the direction of the physicians at the site.

Responsibilities:

1. Supports the provider staff and actively promotes efficient operation and quality care, and legendary customer service for pediatric patients using a team approach.
2. Responsible for precepting new employees and acts as a mentor to the clinical staff.
3. Provides patient assessment as required
4. Participates in the development education for all staff members for clinically related issues.
5. Assesses clinical competency and participates in the evaluation process of the clinical staff, both at 90 days and annual evaluations.
6. Works routinely with patients and their families as an advocate for health maintenance of children and promotes a positive public image in all interactions with families, vendors, and the general public.
7. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.
8. Provides consultations and requests consults as directed and in accordance with hospital bylaws. Assists with and facilitates discharge planning.
9. Other duties as required.

Technical Expertise

1. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, guidance and motivation to other staff members with emphasis on working as a collaborative team to provide quality service to patients and their families.
2. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written are required.
3. Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills are required.
4. Strong organizational skills are required.
5. Ability to work well under pressure to prioritize and complete required tasks and responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner.
6. Experience working with various levels within an organization is required.
7. Experience in pediatric ambulatory care is preferred.
8. Strong computer skills with experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or similar software is required.
9. Experience with an electronic medical record system (i.e. EPIC) is preferred.

Education and Experience

1. Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required. Candidates hired without a BSN must obtain the degree within 5 years from date of hire.
2. Current certification in Basic Life Support training from the American Heart Association is required.
3. Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio is required.
4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum 2 years of experience is preferred.
5. Years of experience supervising: None.

Part Time

FTE: 0.500000

Status: Onsite