Staff RN- Neonatal Float Pool

Nationwide-Children; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus is seeking an experienced RN for a Level IV NICU position. The role is 0.6–0.9 FTE with night shifts 7p–7a, every 5th weekend and two holidays per year. Travel to nine NICUs within the system is required.

BSN is required, or an Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within five years. Ohio RN license, NRP certification, and other certifications such as PALS, ACLS, and APHON are expected or obtainable through management.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years.
• Current Ohio RN license and NRP certification required.
• 2 years of Level IV NICU experience preferred; travel to multiple NICUs may be required.
• Must be willing to obtain PALS, ACLS, APHON or other certifications as directed.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients to move rapidly, uneventfully, and safely through care.
• Delivers developmentally appropriate patient care and advocates for patients and families.
• Communicates needs to LPNs, PCAs, and allied health staff; documents per standards.
• Uses evidence‑based practices and participates in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Family-centered care

Therapeutic communication

Quality improvement

Education

BSN

AD + commitment to BSN within 5 years

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Overview:Must have 2 years of level IV NICU experience. Must have NRP certification.0.6 FTE - 0.9 FTE, Night Shift 7p-7a, Every 5th weekend. 2 Holidays per year. Will travel to 9 different NCH NICU's throughout the city.BSN REQUIREDJob 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.Job Description: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.Utilizes 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 or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire, required.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:(not specified)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 assistanceFREQUENTLY: 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/kneelCONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, WalkingAdditional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:(not specified)"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"