Staff RN - Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit (Nights)

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists patients in rapidly, uneventfully, and effectively moving through their episode of care while prioritizing quality and safety. The role involves delegating, directing, overseeing, and providing developmentally appropriate patient care. The Staff RN practices professional nursing and promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License. This is a night shift position, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., requiring every other weekend. It is a 0.6 FTE / 24 hours per week position and the incumbent is expected to float to other Behavioral Health nursing units as needed at the direction of leadership. The rate starts at $36.90 per hour, with pay commensurate with experience. Additional differentials include $5.20 for night shifts and $5.00 for weekend shifts.

Requirements

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.
Current CPR certification required.
BSN or Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire, required.

Nice To Haves

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.