Pediatric RN Night Shifts, Charge Nurse & Impact

Position Title RN Will Train, Pediatrics (260504-50000293) Purpose of Position Delivers patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Administers and monitors patient responses to all medications. Directs and guides patient care, teaching and activities of ancillary personnel while maintaining standards of professional nursing within the realm of Hospital Policy. Maintains and delivers the highest quality customer service standards. Responsibilities Properly utilizes the nursing process in caring for patients by maintaining relevant, accurate and current patient records as evidenced by Nursing PI activities. Provides documentation of assessment of the patient throughout the Hospital admission including physical, psychological, social dimensions and discharge plans. Summarizes assessment data and initiates plan of care with communication of pertinent data to allied patient care providers as evidenced by Nursing PI activities. Understands, assumes, and demonstrates proficiency in the role of charge nurse. Demonstrates proficiency in Computerized Nursing Informatics (information systems). Assumes role of resource person regarding patient care, orientation and teaching staff. Participates in at least four-unit staff meetings per year and attends mandatory education programs. Participates in identification of the aspects of care for the patient, indicators used to monitor the quality and appropriateness of care, and the evaluation of that care. Adheres to safety, blood/body fluid policies and procedures. Assesses personal learning development needs. Maintains documentation of current and ongoing professional development activities. Regularly updates knowledge of techniques and regulations appropriate to the age of the patient served. Shows a willingness to participate on Nursing Committees. Represents hospital in the community and within the hospital by maintaining confidentiality regarding patients and hospital matters and by presenting the hospital in a manner that will best market the services provided. Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers. Performs other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested by his/her immediate supervisor. Schedule Details 36 Hours Per Week, Rotating Nights, 7p -7:30a, Every Other Weekend and Rotating Holidays Qualifications Must read, write and communicate in English Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Basic Life Support Certification required Completion of an approved de-escalation Certification Course within 90 days from hire (course offered within) Successful passage of CCH’s Pharmacology exam BSN Preferred Recent Pediatric experience within 2 years in an acute care facility Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification preferred Transition to Pediatric Nursing Must read, write and communicate in English Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Basic Life Support required and must maintain certification Successful passage of CCH’s Pharmacology exam Minimum of 1-year current acute care RN experience required Prior pediatric experience preferred Organization Cape Cod Hospital Primary Location Massachusetts - Hyannis Department CCH-Pediatrics Hiring Pay Range Hourly: $38.36 - $78.11 The pay range displayed on each job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set, and education. This is not inclusive of the value of Cape Cod Healthcare’s benefits package (if applicable), which includes among other benefits, healthcare/dental/vision and retirement. For annual salaries this is based on full-time employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr