Inpatient Registered Nurse

Position Summary Child Life Assistant - Part Time In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for managing the delivery of developmentally appropriate play activities, expressive arts, and special events for pediatric patients and family members, including siblings, both at the bedside and in various playroom/recreation spaces. The Child Life Assistant (CLA) is responsible for the direct supervision of patients and siblings/guests in the pediatric activity rooms including those in the Hassenfeld Children's Hospital 7th floor Children's Center. The CLA maintains a safe, clean and developmentally appropriate environment for both group and one-on-one activities and provides orientation and direct supervision of volunteers. Job Responsibilities Facilitates normalization and positive adjustment of pediatric patients to the hospital experience by introducing and providing a variety of developmentally appropriate play and creative expression opportunities at bedside and in playroom setting(s). Facilitates and promotes patient participation in special events, holiday activities, etc. Provides direct supervision of patients, families, and guests in the pediatric playrooms throughout Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital, managing behavior and environmental conditions to foster safety and infection control. Collaborates with the child life and creative arts therapies team to assess and prioritize patient needs, plan appropriate interventions, and identify or refer those in need of specialized services. Plans and maintains a calendar of events, collaborating with team members to notify, invite and engage patients, families, and siblings in activities, particularly those being held in the Children’s Center. Assists in orientation of patients and families unfamiliar with hospital features or routines (MyWall, Children’s Center resources, etc.). Provides intake, scheduling, orientation and supervision of TR/CL/CAT volunteers to maximize volunteer effectiveness and satisfaction. Communicates and collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team in a professional and effective manner; maintains confidentiality per hospital policy and communicates relevant patient information to supervisor and, when appropriate, other members of the treatment team. Develops and demonstrates a therapeutic and supportive relationship with patients and families, maintaining appropriate professionalism and boundaries. Ensures the safety of patients and all participants during activities, special events, and programs, including transport to and from activities. Complies with all department, hospital, and regulatory agency policies and procedures including emergency procedures, infection control, patient safety, and environmental safety. Provides and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment including age-appropriate supplies in compliance with safety and infection control policies (e.g., toy cleaning). Manages the selection of toys and materials for playrooms, including the ordering, receiving, storing and distribution of supplies and donations. Maintains equipment and the working environment in a neat and orderly manner according to departmental procedures. Requests needed equipment and supplies in a timely manner. Minimum Qualifications Associate’s Degree in child development, early childhood education/elementary education, or a related field with at least one year of full-time work experience with children in a group setting. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in child development, early childhood education/elementary education, or a related field preferred. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $21.75 - $31.43 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr