Registered Nurse (RN) Pediatric Emergency Behavioral Health (Level 1 Trauma)
About The Position
The Level 1 Trauma Pediatric Emergency Department at Inova Children's Hospital is seeking an experienced Behavioral Health RN to support our Pediatric Behavioral Health patients. PRN, 12-Hour Shifts (Days Vary). During orientation will rotate through all shifts (Days, Mids, and Nights). The Inova Children’s Emergency Room at Fairfax Hospital is the most comprehensive pediatric ER in the region and provides family-friendly emergency care in a redesigned, spacious facility tailored to our patients. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. Our Pediatric Emergency Department offers: Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses & Mental Health Techs We are the 3rd busiest ED in the nation! Northern Virginia’s only Level 1 Trauma Center Magnet recognized Experienced behavioral health nurses and Overflow unit assist the team in caring for non-emergency patients Joint Commission Gold Seal for Stroke Care America's 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care Award™ from Healthgrades Board-certified pediatric emergency physicians and specially-equipped pediatric rooms Child life specialists trained to ease anxiety in children and explain procedures in an understandable and comforting manner Kid-friendly treatment rooms and waiting areas Experienced behavioral health nurses and Overflow unit assist the team in caring for non-emergency patients Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Requirements
- Requires a minimum of one year of Registered Nurse clinical experience in the acute care setting.
- BSN from an accredited school of nursing. If RN has an Associates Degree (ADN); must complete BSN within 5 years of start date.
- Must be RN licensed, or eligible to practice in the Commonwealth of Virginia as an RN.
- BLS from American Heart Association
- Proficient in English.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to display a caring demeanor toward others
- Proficient computer skills required.
Nice To Haves
- Strongly prefer 2 years plus of Behavioral Health and/or Pediatric ED RN experience
- CEN/ACLS certification desired
Responsibilities
- Provide knowledgeable and caring clinical practice and care coordination through an understanding of patient, family, nurse, and healthcare delivery team.
- Conduct all 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
- Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
- Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
