Staff RN - Gastroenterology Clinic

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

8d•$37•Onsite

About The Position

At the Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, our diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities are some of the most advanced in the world. From the child with rumination syndrome or gastroparesis, to those with food allergies or constipation, we are blazing the trail to best possible outcomes for our patients. The Gastroenterology Staff RN serves in the Clinic and assists patients to move rapidly, uneventfully, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care while maintaining quality and safety as a priority. This position will perform cross-training to other roles as appropriate.

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

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.
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.