Pediatric Nurse- Imaging (.8)

Imaging Pediatric Nurse

Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Children's Wisconsin has an opportunity for a part-time Imaging Pediatric Nurse on our Central Access Team! The Resource nurses play a valuable role in Imaging; working in the Epic role, working in CT and working in Nuclear Med/Fluoroscopy.

Work Schedule: 24 hours/week. Work Schedule: 0.6 FTE 0800-1630• 6 days total in a 2 week work week• On call overnight, weekends and holidays (shared with 4 other team members)

Location: Children's Wisconsin Main Campus

What You Will Do:

The Nurse Clinician -Central Access functions with demonstrated expertise in providing nursing care and/or consultation to pediatric patient's hospital-wide requiring central venous access. Essential functions include but are not limited to utilizing the nursing process to assess responses to central vascular access interventions or treatment modalities. The Nurse Clinician is a recognized resource in providing guidance in case management, teaching and discharge planning of children with central venous lines. The Nurse Clinician designs and provides ongoing staff education related to line care and maintenance. The Nurse Clinician also places PICC lines under the medical direction the Interventional Radiologists. The Nurse Clinician is an active participant in central line infection surveillance and data collection.

What You Will Need:

Education:

- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an ADN or a BSN in order to meet the recommended entry level for a professional nurse (or equivalent academic and/or professional experience) Required- Bachelor's Degree BSN Preferred

Experience:

- Three or more years of pediatric or intravenous nursing experience, in order to develop a comprehensive understanding of patient care within a defined patient population, and gain knowledge and skill in pediatric nursing procedures and standards. Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Analytical skills necessary to resolve complex patient problems, develop standards of care and procedures, and evaluate the quality of nursing care.- An understanding of CW health care delivery system and the impact of other health care delivery systems on the patient and family.- Mental and sensory abilities to read, process and interpret clinical data.- Interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to interact effectively with interdisciplinary health team members, other CW departments, and consumers.- Ability to rotate shifts and/or work flexible hours to meet patient care needs.- Must be able to walk, stand for long periods, over 80% of the assigned work period, as well as lift and position patients weighing up to 75 pounds.- Take call as needed.

Licenses and Certifications:

- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required- License RN-Registered Nurse (30) - State of Wisconsin required

Patient Care Responsibility:

- Provides care appropriate to patient population and as described in applicable policies and procedures.

Required for All Jobs:

- This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job.- Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.