RN Shift Coordinator/RN Charge D/N - 7East Medical Care Unit

Kids Are Our Everything

7East Medical Care Unit is a 50-bed Pediatric Medical Care Unit and the first-choice unit for patients with diabetes, metabolic and GI, pulmonary illnesses, as well as numerous other general medical disorders. We provide exceptional, compassionate care to patients from just a few days old through their teenage years. Our patients come from all over the world and present with a wide range of diagnoses, making our unit a truly dynamic and exciting place to work. We are in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Our team works closely with multiple medical and consulting services, and we pride ourselves on delivering top-tier care while maintaining a strong sense of teamwork, respect, and support. The culture here is collaborative and inclusivewe take our work seriously, but we also know how to keep things positive and uplifting If you're looking to join a team that's smart, enthusiastic, and deeply committed to making a difference in pediatric care, 7 East could be the perfect fit. We value professional growth, a healthy work-life balance, and people who bring both skill and heart to the job.

About the Role

All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, CNMC Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. CNMC supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large. The Shift Coordinator, on a shift to shift basis, directs the activities of and/or participates as a member of the patient care delivery team. In collaboration with unit leadership, participates in planning, managing and evaluating unit based clinical care and ensuring that continuity of care is maintained.

What You'll Bring

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

2 years Nursing experience. (Required) 1 year Recent pediatric experience in a comparable setting. (Required)

The Shift Coordinator, will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at CNMC.

Registered Nurse in District of Columbia.

Functional Accountabilities

Participate/support Shared Leadership.

Contribute to CNMC's Magnet Journey.

Ensure that nursing is based on evidence of best practice.

Accountable for supporting/participating in the Division of Nursing's Performance Improvement process.

Participate in community activities.

Continuously perform patient/family assessments as necessary to ensure needs are met.

Assess and modify skill mix and staffing levels using manager or clinical coordinator for complex issues.

Function as a resource in planning patient discharge and all clinical issues.

Utilize multidisciplinary approach to meeting patient care needs.

Demonstrate therapeutic communication skills by adopting techniques for specific situations.

Provide performance feedback to all staff in a constructive, timely manner.

Effectively manage conflict resolution.

Serve as consumer advocate for patient/family concerns.

Facilitate learning opportunities for all staff.

Ensure that patient/family educational needs are met.

Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance

Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation

Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation

Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication

Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers

Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Benefits That Support You

Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.

Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.

Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.

Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.

Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Why Join Us

Nationally Recognized Excellence Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children's Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Leading Pediatric Care One of the largest and most comprehensive children's hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments.

Innovation & Research A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.

Mission-Driven Culture Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.