Behavioral Health Registered Nurse (RN) Pediatric Emergency
About The Position
Inova Children's Hospital is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Registered Nurse to support pediatric behavioral health patients in its Level 1 Trauma Pediatric Emergency Department. This is a full-time night-shift position, scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. During orientation, nurses rotate through day, midday, and night shifts. Eligible nurses may qualify for sign-on and relocation bonuses. The Pediatric Emergency Department at Inova Children's Hospital in Fairfax provides family-friendly emergency care in a redesigned facility. The department is described as the region's most comprehensive pediatric ER and includes dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses and Mental Health Technicians, experienced behavioral health nurses, an overflow unit, board-certified pediatric emergency physicians, specially equipped pediatric rooms, child life specialists, and child-friendly treatment and waiting areas. The department is Northern Virginia's only Level 1 Trauma Center and is Magnet recognized. The Registered Nurse provides knowledgeable, caring clinical practice and care coordination; delivers patient- and family-centered care; uses an integrated approach to patient outcomes; and follows established standards, guidelines, and care pathways. Minimum qualifications include at least one year of acute-care RN clinical experience, a BSN (or an ADN with completion of a BSN within five years of the start date), Virginia RN licensure or eligibility, and American Heart Association BLS certification. Candidates must be proficient in English and computer use and have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Two or more years of behavioral health and/or pediatric ED nursing experience is strongly preferred; CEN and ACLS certifications are desired.
Requirements
- At least one year of Registered Nurse clinical experience in an acute-care setting.
- BSN from an accredited school of nursing. Applicants with an ADN must complete a BSN within five years of the start date.
- RN license, or eligibility to practice as an RN in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
- Proficiency in English.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others.
- Proficient computer skills.
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of behavioral health and/or Pediatric ED RN experience is strongly preferred.
- CEN certification desired.
- ACLS certification desired.
Responsibilities
- Provide knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of the patient, family, nurse, and healthcare delivery team.
- Conduct patient care in a patient- and family-centered manner.
- Use an integrated approach toward patient outcomes.
- Utilize standards, guidelines, and pathways for care delivery.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Team member wellness program.
- Retirement plan matching the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on the first day.
- Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance.
- Up to $10,000 in student loan assistance.
- Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person, per year, at no cost, for team members, their spouses or partners, and their children.
- Paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Eligible nurses may qualify for sign-on and relocation bonuses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
