Staff RN Float Pool - Medical/Surgical to Critical Care (ICU) Transition Pathway

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

21h

About The Position

Overview: Opportunity to gain experience in Med/Surg Float Pool and transition to Critical Care (ICU) Float Pool after meeting the following criteria: Successful completion of Med/Surg orientation Following additional 1 year of Med/Surg Float Pool experience ICU interview process Completion of ICU shadowing Completion of ICU externship & education Nightshift 7p-7a Every 3rd weekend requirement One winter, one summer holiday requirement Job Description Summary: Assists patients to move rapidly, uneventfully, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care while maintaining quality and safety as a priority. Delegates, directs, oversees and provides developmentally appropriate patient care. Practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License.

Requirements

• BSN or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire, required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain NRP, PALS, ACLS, APHON or other necessary certification as determined by your manager based on business unit.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care using a Family Centered approach.
• Assesses individualized patient needs.
• Communicates patient care needs and priorities to assigned Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Patient Care Assistants (PCAs), Unit Coordinators, and Allied Health personnel.
• Plans, implements, educates and evaluates care using Evidence-Based Practices.
• Utilizes Therapeutic Communication while monitoring the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and families.
• Engages in the “workplace community” by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing, understanding Quality Improvement, and representing staff at relevant meetings and then reporting important information and updates back to staff.
• Documents according to organizational standards, policies, and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree