Registered Nurse I - Pediatrics

Summary Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Manager (or designee) implements, supervises and evaluates the nursing care of each patient using a nursing process and in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. From admission to discharge, plans with consideration of the aging process throughout the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Organizational Values Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. All employees are also expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which illustrate how we work together and achieve outcomes: Instill Trust and Value Differences; Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate. Responsibilities Provides direct patient care and leads by delegating, supervising and participating in safe nursing care activities for ancillary personnel. Evaluates effectiveness of patient care and identifies opportunities for improvement. Collaborates with the healthcare team, patient, family and community services regarding patient care outcome/discharge planning. Assesses and provides appropriate teaching based on patient and family needs. Participates in unit-based quality improvement and research activities. Utilizes all available resources to provide quality, cost-effective patient care. Maintains clinical competencies measured by pre-determined credentialing standards, mandatory/safety education, and completion of Basic Life Support and ACLS/PALS as appropriate. Identifies growth needs and participates in educational opportunities and professional organizations. Serves as a role model/preceptor to new graduate nurses and less experienced personnel. Assumes charge nurse responsibility for the patient care unit as delegated. Competencies Shows care and compassion for a wide pediatric age range and diverse cultural backgrounds. Determines priority of care based on physical, psychological, and social needs and factors influencing patient flow through the emergency care system. Provides care for patients on cardiac monitors, those presenting with respiratory, life‑threatening medical issues, and traumatic injuries. Performs focused assessment of chief complaints of each patient promptly. Provides continuous nursing care from arrival to admission or facilitates timely discharges. Job Requirements Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of RI. BSN preferred; Certified Wound Nurse preferred (American Board of Wound Management certification, Certified Wound Specialist, or Certified Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse). Minimum two years of clinical experience in medical surgical nursing, ambulatory or surgical services in a hospital setting; prior high‑volume clinic experience in an outpatient setting preferred. Positive, caring, customer‑service‑oriented attitude. Minimum Qualifications Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure under the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. Basic Knowledge Baccalaureate in Nursing preferred. Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, considering aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Work Environment and Physical Requirements Visual and aural ability to monitor patient status; physical ability to assist in lifting and positioning patients; exposure to patient care environment; physical ability for extensive walking and standing; lifting, positioning, and pushing patients on stretchers. Unit Specific Physical Requirements Must have full range of body motion, be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, possess appropriate vision (close, distance, color), speak and hear clearly, maintain dexterity during aid of carts and stretchers, perform CPR, and execute all physical duties accurately in a fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions. Pay Range $35.56 - $59.99 EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Location Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type 3:00pm – 3:30am; every other weekend/holiday Work Shift Evening Driving Required No Union United Nurses And Allied Professional #J-18808-Ljbffr