Psychiatric Charge RN- Neurobehavior Unit- Weekend Option Day Shift

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Psychiatric Charge RN plans, directs, and evaluates patient care and unit functions during an assigned shift. The role serves as a positive role model for the culture and work environment, practices professional nursing, and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses. This position is on the Neurobehavior Unit and works a 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. day shift at 0.75 FTE, or 30 hours per week. The schedule includes every Saturday and Sunday and one additional weekday shift every other week. The role is benefits eligible and receives a flat-rate weekend premium of $50.80 per hour.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Current Ohio nursing license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

Two years of nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate shift activities and direct, organize, and assign work to employees.
Ensure adequate supplies and equipment and appropriate staff utilization.
Serve as an expert EPIC Super User.
Assess, monitor, and support employees throughout the shift.
Facilitate direct patient care through coaching, delegation, and service recovery.
Provide direct patient care as needed.
Participate in the workplace community by staying aware of changes, contributing to data collection or auditing, understanding Quality Improvement, and representing staff at relevant meetings; report important information and updates to staff.
Ensure regulatory compliance.
Initiate emergency responses as appropriate.
Prioritize quality and safety.
Identify critical resources needed to accomplish team objectives.
Make staffing decisions while considering workload targets and budget impact.