Staff RN Wknd Option - NICU C4B (Nights)

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio is looking for a Registered Nurse to provide exceptional patient care during the night shift from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The role involves assessing patient needs, planning and evaluating care, and ensuring quality and safety.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN or an Associate degree with a commitment to obtain a BSN within 5 years. Current CPR certification and willingness to acquire additional certifications are required. Strong communication skills and critical thinking abilities are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Willing to obtain and maintain NRP, PALS, ACLS, APHON certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach.
• Assesses individualized patient needs.
• Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to provide culturally competent care

Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Education

BSN; Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years

Job description

Overview

0.6FTE – 24 hours per week. Night shift 7 p.m. – 7 a.m.

Job 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.

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; Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.

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

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to provide culturally competent care with a demonstrated commitment to ensuring quality and safety initiatives.
• Advanced critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities.

Experience

(not specified)

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, climb stairs/ladder, drive motor vehicles (work required, additional testing may be required), fumes/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 assistance.

FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, blood and/or bodily fluids, chemicals/medications, communicable diseases and/or pathogens, depth perception, electricity, lifting/carrying 0–10 lbs, 11–20 lbs, 21–40 lbs, patient equipment, pushing/pulling 0–25 lbs, 26–40 lbs, 41–60 lbs, 61–100 lbs, reach above shoulder, repetitive hand/arm use, sitting, squat/kneel.

CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, color vision, computer skills, decision making, hearing acuity, interpreting data, peripheral vision, problem solving, seeing (far/near), standing, walking.

Additional 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"