RN II

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest•Springdale, AR

11d

About The Position

Provides competent nursing practice and independently delivers safe, effective, patient- and family-centered care in the Emergency Department. Uses clinical knowledge, skill, and experience to analyze information, think critically, plan and prioritize care, make appropriate clinical judgments, and manage routine and unexpected clinical situations. This is a full-time Weekend Option day-shift role, scheduled 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The role applies the Arkansas Children’s Model of Patient and Family-Centered Care and professional nursing standards. The nurse assesses patients, develops and maintains plans of care with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team, responds to changes in patient condition, provides education, communicates through documentation and handoffs, and contributes to evidence-based practice and quality improvement. The position is designated safety sensitive. Arkansas Children’s is a tobacco-free workplace, and flu vaccination is required.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college program or technical school, or a nursing diploma.
At least 1 year of nursing experience.
Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arkansas or a Compact State.
Flu vaccination is required.
Must not be a current medical marijuana user because the position is designated safety sensitive.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
For internal employees, demonstrated performance at 100% of the previous level and a score within documented RN II/III levels via the ACHieve career ladder.
Certification specific to the patient population.

Responsibilities

Provide complete patient- and family-centered care addressing physical, psychosocial, and educational needs.
Provide safe and effective nursing care in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, professional practice standards, and applicable state practice laws and regulations.
Demonstrate competent technical and procedural nursing skills.
Document clinical care meaningfully, complete handoffs, and participate in rounds and team meetings to support continuity of care and patient outcomes.
Assess patients and provide developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive care, including appropriate diversional, play, or recreational activities.
Analyze patient and family information, identify problems and desired outcomes, evaluate variations and patterns, and recognize implications for care.
Develop, maintain, and apply plans of care collaboratively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members; respond promptly to changes in patient condition.
Assess patient and family learning needs, develop education plans, provide individualized education, document education activities, and facilitate interdisciplinary teaching.
Search for and apply available evidence to guide clinical practice, incorporating patient and family preferences and values and the team's clinical expertise.
Evaluate own performance, identify strengths and professional development needs, and provide input for peer evaluations.
Participate in interdisciplinary shared decision-making activities.
Identify and provide feedback on opportunities to improve patient care, nursing practice, and the work environment; evaluate and implement equipment, products, and technology.
Advocate for patients, families, and the Arkansas Children’s team to support quality care.
Participate in councils, committees, task forces, hospital initiatives, onboarding, recruitment, and retention activities.
Guide individuals, groups, and activities toward patient goals and positive outcomes; participate in community health and wellness activities.
Mentor, coach, and teach healthcare professionals and students.
Perform other duties as assigned.