Clinical Nurse-PICU

Clinical Nurse-PICU

Location: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or State of New Jersey

Job Summary:
The Clinical Nurse practices at the level of an advanced beginner to expert practitioner of professional nursing in accordance with the CHOP Nursing Professional Practice Model. The nurse demonstrates competence in caring for patients and families, progressing to care for those with the most complex problems and highest acuity in the designated clinical area. Care is delivered through RN leadership within the framework of family-centered care. The Clinical Nurse adheres to the organizational and nursing department mission, vision, and values, practicing in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics, ANA Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice, specialty nursing organizations' practice standards, and CHOP-developed standards of nursing practice. The professional nurse operates within the defined scope of practice designated by the Nurse Practice Acts of Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey, depending on the assigned work site.

Required Qualifications:
- At least one (1) year of RN experience.
- Basic use of a computer (mouse, keyboard, printer, USB ports).
- Basic use of Microsoft Office (Word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and Skype).
- Basic use of patient-facing technology (IV pumps, point-of-care devices, CR monitors).
- Ability to locate and review specific patient data in various clinical information systems.
- Effectively uses clinical decision support tools.
- Understands policies and procedures, confidentiality, security, and privacy regulations regarding the use of clinical information systems.
- Ability to collect clinical data using quality improvement tools.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in pediatrics or area of specialty.

Required Education:
- Nursing diploma.
- According to the CMS (Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services), a copy of diploma or transcript is required as proof of academic achievement for all non-laboratory personnel performing non-waived POC testing.

Preferred Education:
- BSN.

Required Certifications & Licensure:
- CPR Certification issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor-led psychomotor skills verification (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
- Registered Nursing License or active Temporary Practice Permit in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or State of New Jersey, depending on the assigned work location.
- If practicing with an active temporary practice permit, obtains an RN license prior to the expiration of the practice permit.
- PALS.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
- Active membership in a professional nursing organization.

RightSourcing (a part of Magnit) expected pay package may vary and/or include certain benefits like: Stipends (for clinical traveler workers only), Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K