Staff RN - Psychiatric Crisis Department- (Nights)

Nationwide Children's Hospital • Columbus, OH

9d

About The Position

The Staff RN in the Psychiatric Crisis Department helps patients move rapidly and safely through their episode of care while maintaining quality and safety. The nurse delegates, directs, oversees, and provides developmentally appropriate patient care; practices professional nursing; promotes patient advocacy in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses; and maintains a current Ohio nursing license. The role uses a family-centered approach and may float to other Behavioral Health nursing units as needed at the direction of leadership.

The position is scheduled from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with an FTE of 0.6 (24 hours per week) and every other weekend required. Starting pay is $36.90 per hour, with potential for higher pay based on relevant experience, plus shift differentials of $5.00 for weekends and $5.20 for nights.

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.
• Willingness to obtain and maintain NRP, PALS, ACLS, APHON, or another 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, understanding Quality Improvement, and representing staff at relevant meetings.
• Report important information and updates from relevant meetings back to staff.
• Document according to organizational standards, policies, and procedures.
• Float to other Behavioral Health nursing units as needed at the direction of leadership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree