Staff RN Critical Care Float Pool

Registered Nurse (RN)

Critical Care Float Pool

Shift: 7pm-7am, every 4th weekend

Status: 0.9 FTE 36 hours/week

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in critical care OR NCH pediatric care.

Full-time benefits eligible

The Critical Care Float Pool (CCFP) Staff RN Care Coordinator is an adaptable, skilled RN who enjoys variety and enjoys new challenges and learning opportunities daily. The CCFP RN is assigned to the critical care area of greatest need to assists patients to move rapidly, uneventfully, and as effectively as possible through their episode of care while maintaining quality and safety as a priority. 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 and maintains a current Ohio Nursing License.

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* 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. Learns, utilizes and coordinates all resources and equipment necessary for the care of the critically ill patient.

Education: BSN; Associate degree with commitment to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire. Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited school is required. SUN Team Specialty Care Float Pool staffs: Pediatric Intensive Care Units, Cardio Thoracic Intensive Care Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Units. Successful completion IV narcotics/critical care medication tests before end of orientation.

Licensure: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio

Certifications: Current BLS, PALS, completed within 6 months of hire as eligible.

Skills:
* Quality and safety patient care skills
* Strong communication skills.
* Ability to provide culturally competent care with a demonstrated commitment to ensuring quality and safety initiatives.
* Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
* Flexibility and adaptability to frequent assignment changes and varying daily clinical environments.

Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in critical care OR NCH pediatric care.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Typing on computer Constantly (67-100%)
Using phone Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Frequently (34-66%)
Standing Occasionally (0-33%)
Lifting Occasionally (0-33%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Must be able to independently lift up to 35 lbs. Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.