Staff RN - General Medicine & Behavioral Health

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Staff RN in General Medicine and Behavioral Health helps patients move through their episodes of care as rapidly and effectively as possible while prioritizing quality and safety. The nurse 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. A current Ohio nursing license is required.

The position is 36 hours per week on nights, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with six weekend shifts per six-week period and a holiday rotation. The minimum pay is $36.90 per hour, with pay commensurate with experience.

The role requires a BSN or an associate degree with a commitment to obtain a BSN within five years of hire. A current CPR certification is required. The nurse must be willing to obtain and maintain NRP, PALS, ACLS, APHON, or other certifications as determined by the manager based on the business unit.

Requirements

• BSN, or an associate degree with a commitment to obtain a BSN within five years of hire.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio.
• Current CPR certification.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain NRP, PALS, ACLS, APHON, or other certifications 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 patients’ and families’ physical, psychological, and social needs.
• Participate in the workplace community by staying aware of changes, contributing to data collection or auditing, understanding quality improvement, representing staff at relevant meetings, and reporting important information and updates 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level