Staff Nurse - 6 Medical

Davita Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Staff Nurse to deliver high-quality, family-centered care within a pediatric environment. Key responsibilities include assessing and implementing care plans, collaborating with a team, and participating in patient safety initiatives. Candidates must have a BSN and a current RN license in Ohio.

Qualifications

• BSN required or must be obtained within 5 years of hire.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio is required.
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and directs patient care within assigned scope of practice.
• Provides leadership and mentorship to staff.
• Participates in quality improvement and patient safety duties.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Basic Life Support certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Medical Record System (EPIC or similar)

Job description

6 Medical

Full Time 36 Hours/week

Days 7a-730p

Onsite

Summary:

The Staff Nurse provides nursing care requiring specialized knowledge judgment and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences.

Responsibilities:
1.Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and directs nursing care with a focus on family centered care for individuals or groups of patients within the assigned scope of practice.

2.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age and developmental status is required.

3.Performs leadership and professional duties.

4.Performs patient-centered care duties.

5.Performs quality improvement and safety duties.

6.Participates in the development education for staff members for clinically related issues. May be responsible for precepting new employees and act as a mentor to the clinical staff.

7.Performs evidence-based practice duties.

8.Supports the provider staff and actively promotes collaboration for efficient operation and quality care, and legendary customer service for pediatric patients using a team approach.

9.Performs systems-based practice duties.

10.Performs informatics and technology duties.

11.Staff may be temporarily assigned to an area throughout the Akron Children's Hospital enterprise, based on patient needs requiring similar knowledge and skill.

12.Other duties as required.

Other information:
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 healthcare is preferred.

8.Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.

9.Experience working an electronic medical record system (i.e. EPIC) or similar software is preferred.

Education and Experience
1.Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required or must be obtained within 5 years from date of hire.

2.Current certification in Basic Life Support training from the American Heart Association is required. Additional certifications may be required based on the assigned department or unit.

3.Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio is required.

4.Years of relevant experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience is preferred.

5.Years of experience supervising: None

Full Time

FTE: 0.900000

Status: Onsite