RN- Emergency Services (Full Time, Nights)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Miami, FL

About The Position

Assesses, implements, evaluates, and oversees plans of care for pediatric emergency and Level I Trauma patients using a collaborative, multidisciplinary team approach. Provides compassionate, patient- and family-centered care in a fast-paced environment and supports the quality standards of a Magnet-designated hospital and the Patient Bill of Rights. Practices under the supervision of the Nursing Manager/Director.

Requirements

Active, good-standing Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Florida or a Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC) license, maintained throughout employment.
Active, good-standing American Heart Association BLS certification, maintained throughout employment.
American Heart Association PALS certification, maintained in good standing throughout employment and obtained within 2 years.
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification, maintained in good standing throughout employment and obtained within 1 year.
Ability to analyze and interpret data and use it to make judgments regarding patient care.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to positively influence others and hold oneself and others accountable.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
Ability to apply evidence-based practice, analytical thinking, and service excellence principles in practice.

Nice To Haves

ACLS certification within 1 year of hire, maintained in good standing throughout employment.
Nursing experience in a pediatric emergency room setting.
Proficiency with computers and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

Responsibilities

Complete comprehensive multisystem assessments, including cardiac, respiratory, and neurological assessments; develop plans of care and conduct reassessments.
Communicate patient progress, critical findings, and condition to physicians and other disciplines involved in care, using closed-loop communication with providers.
Provide care including starting and monitoring IVs, collecting specimens, performing point-of-care testing, administering medications, and assisting with procedures, including sedation, as required by policy.
Provide active support and 1:1 care for critical patients, including transporting patients to hospital areas for procedures.
Complete bedside handoff communication at shift changes, transfers, and patient reassignments.
Review admission histories and prepare and accurately complete discharge planning, including electronic discharge processes.
Respond to codes and traumas as needed, documenting and acting according to departmental protocols.
Complete accurate triage documentation, including vital signs and patient history, in accordance with policies and procedures.
Use the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to complete accurate and timely documentation, including radiology workflows, consents, and discharge documentation.
Communicate and document critical laboratory results according to hospital policies and procedures.
Round to provide comfort measures and assess or reassess pain; plan and address patient and family needs.
Promote an error-free work environment by consistently providing high-quality, safe care.
Demonstrate and ensure proper indication and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Meet or exceed unit standards in achieving hospital-wide CEI/SEI; complete documentation promptly and meet regulatory requirements of DNV and other accrediting agencies.
Provide continuous supervision and observation of behavioral health patients and follow non-violent crisis intervention strategies (CPI).
Provide coverage for on-call assignments in accordance with departmental and hospital policy.