Staff RN - Psychiatric Crisis Department (Nights)

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on assisting patients to move rapidly, uneventfully, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care while maintaining quality and safety as a priority. The Staff RN delegates, directs, oversees, and provides developmentally appropriate patient care. They practice professional nursing and promote patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and maintain a current Ohio Nursing License.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

BSN or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire, required.

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.