Staff RN - NICU H7B - Nights

Nationwide Children's Hospital•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Staff RN in the NICU provides developmentally appropriate, family-centered nursing care and supports patients as effectively and safely as possible through their episode of care. The nurse assesses individual patient needs; plans, implements, educates, and evaluates care using evidence-based practices; and uses therapeutic communication while monitoring the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and families. The role includes directing and coordinating work with LPNs, PCAs, Unit Coordinators, and Allied Health personnel, documenting in accordance with organizational standards, and participating in workplace quality and information-sharing activities. The nurse practices professional nursing, promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, and maintains a current Ohio nursing license. This position is 36 hours per week, with scheduled hours of 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. It includes every other weekend (Friday and Saturday nights) and a holiday rotation. Pay starts at $36.90 per hour and is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care using a Family Centered approach.
Assess individualized patient needs.
Communicate patient care needs and priorities to assigned LPNs, PCAs, Unit Coordinators, and Allied Health personnel.
Plan, implement, educate, and evaluate care using Evidence-Based Practices.
Use Therapeutic Communication while monitoring the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and families.
Participate in the workplace community by staying aware of changes, participating in data collection or auditing, and understanding Quality Improvement.
Represent staff at relevant meetings and report important information and updates back to staff.
Document according to organizational standards, policies, and procedures.
Delegate, direct, oversee, and provide developmentally appropriate patient care.
Promote patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses.