Crisis Nurse-WIP - Central Nursing Resources

Children's National Hospital

8d • $44 - $64 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, weekend incentive program position. 24 hours per week, every weekend. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. CNMC supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large. The Crisis Nurse - WIP is an independent practitioner who will function as an identified resource to staff in a service area. Will provide comprehensive patient care to a variety of patients. Will incorporate all members of the health care team in the planning and delivery of patient care. Will deal successfully with more complex clinical problems. Will demonstrate expanded knowledge base through participation in unit projects and activities.

Requirements

• ASN (Required)
• 2 years Related clinical nursing experience in a comparable setting (Required)
• Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required)

Nice To Haves

• BSN (Preferred)
• 1 year Pediatrics experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Participate in Shared Leadership.
• Contribute to CNMC’s Magnet Journey.
• Ensure nursing practice is based on evidence of best practice.
• Accountable to participate in the Division of Nursing’s Performance Improvement process (division or unit level).
• Participate in community Activities.
• Able to perform assessments of patient's immediate needs during times of changing patient status; able to plan the immediate care of patients during times of crisis; based on assessments, contribute to and develop individualized plan of care with patient and family.
• Accountable to establish, implement, communicate, coordinate, and evaluate the interdisciplinary plan of care with outcomes; confidently role model proficiency in nursing skills and procedures in all areas; coordinate immediate patient care needs and organize so patient’s needs are met.
• Role model proficiency and completeness of documentation.
• Role model organizational and prioritization skills necessary to complete assignments within acceptable time frame.
• Verify with patient/family the effects of care and make changes in plan as needed.
• Analyze admission process and identify potential barriers.
• Reinforce teaching with patient/family based on plan of care.
• Ensure all interventions are communicated and plan is in place for any follow-up required.
• Accountable to provide services in a manner that is sensitive to diversity.
• Delegate appropriately to ancillary staff and display strong leadership in a team environment.
• Support unit management decisions and promote a positive work environment.
• Strive to continuously improve operations through quality improvement and work to sustain results; role model skills required in “charge” nurse capacity.
• Ensure accuracy of data, work and information.
• Participate in performance improvement data collection, analysis, implementation and ongoing evaluation.
• Take an active role in the orientation of new staff and assist preceptors in orientation of new staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree