RN II

Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The RN II provides competent nursing practice to autonomously deliver safe, effective, patient- and family-centered care in the Emergency Department. The nurse uses clinical knowledge 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 evening-shift position with a 7 p.m.–7 a.m. schedule and a Thursday–Saturday weekend option. The role includes assessing patients and providing developmentally appropriate, culturally sensitive care; collaborating with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to develop and maintain plans of care; responding promptly to changes in condition; and providing and documenting patient and family education. The RN II applies evidence-based practice, supports the AC Professional Practice Model, contributes to shared decision-making and continuous improvement, advocates for patients and families, and mentors healthcare professionals and students. Other duties may be assigned.

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.
The position is safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
For internal employees: demonstrated performance of 100% at 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 policies and procedures, professional practice standards, and applicable state practice laws and regulations.
Use competent technical and procedural nursing skills.
Document clinical care meaningfully, complete hand-offs, 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, incorporating appropriate diversional, play, or recreational activities.
Analyze patient and family information to identify problems and outcomes, evaluate variations and patterns, and recognize implications for care.
Develop, maintain, and apply plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
Identify and respond competently and promptly to changes in patient condition.
Assess patient and family learning needs, develop education plans, document education activities, and facilitate interdisciplinary teaching.
Search for and apply evidence to guide clinical practice, incorporating available evidence, patient and family preferences and values, and team expertise.
Evaluate personal 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 new equipment, products, and technology.
Advocate for patients, families, and the AC team as needed.
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.