Automobile

RN, Emergency Department (36hrs, Nights)

Job Summary: Under general supervision and in collaboration with other members of the health care team, uses clinical judgment skills to diagnose and treat human responses to actual or potential health problems. The RN is responsible for assessing, planning, directing, providing and evaluation nursing care for patients and coordinating nurses care activities with other health care disciplines. Essential Responsibilities: Assessment: standard of performance: Performs accurate multi-system assessments, including; biophysical, psychosocial, environmental, self-care, education needs and discharge planning needs. Identifies deviations from normal on routine lab diagnostic tests. Reassesses patient throughout hospitalization. Performs complete discharge assessment. Planning: standard of performance: Develops an individual nursing plan of care. Nursing plan of care is sensitive to the developmental needs of the patient. Coordinates patient care activities and discharge planning with other hospital and clinic departments and community agencies. Develops patient teaching plan and documents on care plan or teaching plan. Appropriately delegates patient care activities based on patients condition and scope of practice of other health care providers. Established priories for patient care. Classifies acuity level of assigned patients. Implementation: standard of performance: Initiates appropriate measures based on protocol for the management of the medical and/or surgical patient. Bases nursing care on protocol in place for management of each patient. Correctly carries out the physicians plan of care. Accurately documents in the emr. Documents care according to policy and procedure. Utilizes a multidisciplinary approach when appropriate. Performs all necessary procedures correctly. Utilizes available teaching plans in addressing patient teaching needs. Accurately calculates and administers medications. Initiates appropriate measures in emergency situations. Evaluation: standard of performance: Evaluates assessment methods, plan of care, and patients response to treatment. Participates in unit quality assurance activities. Basic Qualifications: Experience Minimum nine (9) months of RN experience. One (1) year of current ED experience or successful completion of the Kaiser Permanente New Grad Internship Program in the Emergency Department. Education Graduate of an accredited nursing program. License, Certification, Registration Basic Life Support required at hire Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course within 6 months of hire OR Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 6 months of hire Registered Nurse License (Oregon) Advanced Cardiac Life Support NIH Stroke Scale Certificate within 3 months of hire Additional Requirements: Computer keyboarding skills. Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course Preferred Qualifications: Previous health care experience. Bachelors degree in nursing or related field. CEN preferred. TNCC preferred. Demonstrated ability to recognize and interpret cardiac dysrhythmias preferred. A desire and ability to function within the nursing process preferred. A desire and ability to function within professional and personnel standards as defined. Ability to use and apply effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills preferred.

  • Hillsboro, OR

  • no content

OR Register Nurse - First Assist, Clackamas (40 hrs, day)

Job Summary: Provides assistance to the surgical team during the intra-operative phase of surgical care for the Northwest Surgical Services region. Works in collaboration with the surgeon and health care team in the performance of surgical procedures, including assessment, planning, directing, providing and evaluating advanced nursing care. All RNFAs will participate in a regional on-call rotation to provide surgical assistance for elective, emergent and urgent surgical cases. Essential Responsibilities: Representative Functions or Duties: Practice standards of performance: Pre-operative. Performs pre-operative assessment and evaluation. Collaborates with the surgical team on plan of care. Intra-operative: Provides knowledge based technical assistance to the surgeon during the operative procedure according to AORN standards, licensure, state regulation and facility/practice protocols, including: Using instruments and medical devices. Providing surgical exposure. Handling and/or cutting tissue. Providing hemostatis, clamp, cut, and ligate tissue as directed by the surgeon. Suturing as directed by the surgeon. Post-Operative. Evaluates the patient post-operatively according to facility protocols. Assessment Standard of Performance & Planning: Communicates information so that continuity of care is maintained. Communicates with patient, family and other staff in a professional and courteous manner. Obtains and demonstrates the skills and knowledge needed to provide appropriate population based and culturally sensitive care to patients and families through education, training and experience. Provides continuous reassessment through the intra operative period. Utilizes knowledge of type of procedure to plan for appropriate set up. Practice standards of performance: Function as an assistant in all surgical specialties at the direction of the attending surgeon. Performs RNFA responsibilities in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Oregon, institutional policies and procedures of Kaiser Permanente and the AORN Position Statement on RN First Assistants. Practice within limitations of preparation and experience. Demonstrate RNFA specific clinical skills. Review and update skills checklist on an ongoing basis as specified by policies of Kaiser Permanente. Intra operative nursing behaviors include: handling tissue, providing exposure, using instruments, clamp, cut, and legate as directed by the surgeon, providing homeostasis, suturing as directed by the surgeon. Assists with room preparation in collaboration with the Circulating Nurse and scrub person. Brings patient X-rays into room NOTE: Notifies Charge Nurse or designee if films are not available. Assists in patient transport to the operating room and patient transfer to the operating room table. Provides assistance to Anesthesia during induction. Participates in pre-op briefing time out process. Assists in patient position. Assists in patient preparation, i.e., prepping, catheterization, shaving, as necessary. Assists in patient draping. Sets up ESU, lights, suction for the sterile field. Monitors free counted items on the sterile field. Observes for breaks in sterile technique and takes appropriate action as necessary. Assists with instrumentation and equipment as requested. Applies dressings and secures drainage tubes. Assists with patient transfer and positioning post operatively. Assists with room tear down and turn over in collaboration with the Circulating Nurse and scrub person. May perform pre and post-operative patient education as designated. Review chart for pertinent data. Assist in maintaining a safe environment and promoting efficiency in surgical. Procedures. Basic Qualifications: Experience Minimum two (2) years of peri-operative scrubbing and circulating experience in a KP OR or one (1) year experience as an RNFA in or outside of KP. Education Certification of Completion from AORN recognized RNFA course. Successful completion of an RNFA program that meets the AORN Recommended Education Standards for RNFA and criteria for the CB.PMN acceptance program. License, Certification, Registration Registered Nurse License (Oregon) Nurse Operating Room Certificate Basic Life Support Additional Requirements: Meets all qualification of an RNFA as outlined in AORN Position Statement. Must maintain CNOR and RN licensure with the required amount of Continuing Education. Preferred Qualifications: Minimum two (2) years of practice as an RNFA. CRNFA certification preferred. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required upon hire/transfer preferred. Notes: Week 1 : T/W/TH/F Week 2: T/W/TH/F Week 3: W/TH/F/SA Week 4: M/T/W/TH

  • Clackamas, OR

  • no content

Charge RN, Emergency Department, 36Hr/Night

Job Summary: The Charge Nurse, under the direct and indirect supervision of the Nursing Unit Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator and/or Hospital Supervisor facilitates and assists with all levels of nursing care being provided to a group of patients within one nursing unit during the period of one working shift. In addition to these responsibilities, the Charge Nurse frequently assumes all or partial staff nurse responsibilities. The Charge Nurses are directly accountable to the Nursing Coordinator for the unit. The Charge Nurses assist the staff nurses with day to day problem solving, communication between shifts, and may serve as a link between staff nurse and the Nursing Coordinator. Essential Responsibilities: The Charge Nurse will assist in the supervising of nursing personnel: Assist in the interviewing process of applicants for posted positions and makes recommendations to the Coordinator. Support organizational goals and objectives. Provide input into staff evaluations. Monitor performance of staff and provide documentation of performance problems to the Coordinator. Provide input into the development and maintenance of staffing patterns for the patient care unit and helps to monitor day-to-day staffing and utilization of nursing resources. Coordinate staff meetings under the direction of the Coordinator. The Charge Nurse will contribute to overall functioning of the Unit by monitoring resources. Identify and communicate to the Coordinator systems problems that interfere with effective client care and convey risk situations to the Coordinator. Participate and give input into trend analysis for the operational budget. Assist with materials management, ensuring availability of supplies needed. Provide direction during emergency situations as delegated. The Charge Nurse will actively participate in providing and/or facilitating client care. Participate in the development and implementation of standards of client care, policies and procedures and protocols. Coordinate and participate in the delivery of patient care on a specific unit. Utilizing the nursing process: 1. Assess need and priorities of patient. 2. Assist in the implementation of nursing care. 3. Evaluate effectiveness of nursing care. Participate in the development and ongoing monitoring of quality assurance activities. Provide input into and participate in development and achievement of departmental goals and objectives. Participate in multi-disciplinary patient care conferences and discharge planning activities as appropriate. Identify and assist in problem-solving both intrashift and intershift. Keep Coordinators Hospital Supervisors informed of problems/resolutions. Function within expected behavior standards of Staff Nurse as participating in role. The Charge Nurse will function as an educator for other health care professional and clients. Assists in development and presentation of in-service programs. Participates in clinical orientation to the nursing unit. Participate in the planning and provision of education/teaching to patients and their families. Serve as a resource to other departments in area of specialty. The Charge Nurse will participate in professional activities for self and others. Support departmental and organizational philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures. Participate in meetings, special projects, and committees as designated. Support and/or participate in research programs approved by the Department of Nursing as designated. Promote interdepartmental and intradepartmental communications. Foster good public relations. Assume responsibility for own continuing education and development. The Staff Nurse will apply knowledge of organizational expectations of personnel policies and procedures. Follow appropriate policies and procedures for use of time in work environment, including absenteeism and tardiness. Monitor and take corrective action to prevent recurring absences. Return promptly from breaks and schedule them in concert with co-workers to provide appropriate coverage of unit and client care activities. Consistently on time and ready to work at start of shift and has assignments completed at end of shift. Maintain confidentiality of all client and organizational records. Release information according to established policy/procedure. Demonstrate a positive attitude while at the work site. Does not conduct personal conversations when members are waiting for service. Does not carry on discussions regarding other staff members, the organization, or medical care in public areas. Restricts personal business to non-client care areas during bonafide break times. Identify self by wearing a name tag, and verbally introducing self by name, title and/or department. Address members with courtesy and respect. Provide assistance to members or connects member with appropriate person when needed. Apply same courtesy standards to members on the telephone as in person. Oversees quality of unit in conjunction with the manager. Basic Qualifications: Experience Three (3) years of Registered Nurse experience, one year in clinical specialty. Education Graduate of accredited school of nursing. High school diploma or GED. License, Certification, Registration Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 6 months of hire OR Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course within 6 months of hire Registered Nurse License (in the state where care is provided) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Life Support NIH Stroke Scale Certificate within 1 months of hire Additional Requirements: N/A Excellent critical thinking skills. Able to assume authority of unit. Preferred Qualifications: Baccalaureate degree in nursing. CEN, TNCC preferred. Demonstrated ability to recognize and interpret cardiac dysrhythmias preferred. A desire and ability to function within the nursing process preferred. A desire and ability to function within professional and personnel standards as defined preferred. Ability to use and apply effective communication and interpersonal relationship skills preferred.

  • Clackamas, OR

  • no content

Branch Director - Home Health

Join VitalCaring - Where Your Leadership Changes Lives Are you a clinical leader who believes exceptional care starts with empowered teams and a strong culture? At VitalCaring , we're more than a home health provider - we're a team driven by purpose, compassion, and a commitment to delivering meaningful care in the homes of the patients we serve. As a Clinical Home Health Branch Director , you'll lead with heart and accountability - shaping both patient outcomes and the future of your team. Who You Are You're a hands-on leader who: Puts patients and families at the center of every decision Builds strong, supported clinical teams that deliver high-quality care Leads with accountability, compassion, and clarity Thrives in an environment where you can influence growth and make a lasting impact What You'll Do Lead Patient-Centered Care Oversee all clinical services to ensure safe, high-quality care delivery Support clinicians in care planning, problem-solving, and patient outcomes Ensure every patient experience reflects our commitment to compassion and excellence Build & Develop High-Performing Teams Coach and mentor Clinical Care Managers, PSCs, and field clinicians Create a culture of ownership, collaboration, and continuous growth Lead hiring, onboarding, and development of a strong clinical team Drive Accountability & Operational Excellence Provide clear direction and oversight to ensure consistent, compliant care delivery Maintain strong clinical standards and regulatory alignment Foster a culture where teams understand expectations and feel supported to meet them Shape Growth & Community Impact Partner with local teams and referral sources to expand access to care Represent VitalCaring in the community as a trusted healthcare leader Play a key role in growing your branch while maintaining quality at the core Why VitalCaring? Lead with Purpose - Your leadership directly impacts patients, families, and clinicians Empowered Leadership - Autonomy to lead your team while supported by strong regional partners Culture of Caring - Work with a team that lives our values: trustworthy, capable, compassionate, proactive, and called Growth & Stability - Be part of a rapidly growing organization committed to doing things the right way What You Bring Active RN or Therapist license Leadership experience in home health or a related healthcare setting Passion for developing teams and delivering exceptional patient care Ability to balance clinical excellence with operational leadership Strong communication and relationship-building skills Make an Impact That Matters At VitalCaring, every decision, every interaction, and every patient matters. If you're ready to lead a team where care, accountability, and growth come together, we'd love to connect. Benefits That Support You Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Pharmacy benefits Virtual care and mental health support Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) Supplemental health and life insurance Financial & Protection 401(k) with company match Employee referral program Prepaid legal services Identity theft protection Work-Life Balance & Perks Generous paid time off Pet insurance Tuition and continuing education reimbursement All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.

  • Bradenton, FL

  • no content

Registered Nurse Operating Room Circulator ($2500 Sign-On Bonus!)

We are looking for an OR RN to join our amazing team at Valley ASC! Great benefits and competitive pay. $2,500 sign-on bonus available! Title: Registered Nurse Operating Room Circulator (Full-Time) Salary Range: $35.00 - $53.00 per hour, based on skill and experience level. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The delivery of patient care through the framework of the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis and patient outcome) in the preoperative, interoperative and postoperative phase of the surgical patient. SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Operating Room Manager EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE : Minimum of an associate's degree from an accredited school of nursing Current Registered Nurse License - IL Current American Heart Assn. BLS, PALS and ACLS certifications Two years of operating room circulating experience in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES : Demonstrates current, comprehensive professional knowledge and skills in conformance with recognized nursing standards and department policies including the Patient Bill of Rights and AAAHC regulations, Standards for Nursing Care and the Nurse Practice Act. Assesses physiological and psychosocial health status of patient. Assesses pain per policy. Completes patient history. Verbally reports pertinent information to appropriate staff to provide continuity of care. Legibly documents information in patient record and signs record using appropriate professional title. Assesses level of understanding and expectations of care. Identifies desired patient outcomes. Establishes nursing diagnosis. Establishes patient/family goals that are mutually acceptable. Formulates Plan of Care for the patient. Implements nursing care plans tailored to patient/family needs. Demonstrates ability to assess and problem solve. Responds to emergencies. Practices within legal and ethical guidelines (Nurse Practice Act, legal statutes, ANA code for Nurses, Policy and Procedures. Performs nursing actions that demonstrate accountability (demonstrates flexibility, exercises safe judgment). Continually adjusts care plan based on patient/family data. Demonstrates proper preoperative process - communication/report. Demonstrates proper procedure and documentation for surgical case counting. Demonstrates proper aseptic technique. Demonstrates efficient turnover time. Demonstrates proper technique for obtaining blood products. Demonstrates proper patient identification verification per policy. Demonstrates proper surgical site identification and marking per policy. Anticipates surgeon's needs during surgical procedure. QAULIFICATIONS : Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity For Benefit Eligible Roles, Standard Benefits include: Health and dental insurance Vision benefits Life & Disability Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) plan with employer match Flexible spending accounts Additional optional benefits Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

  • Saint Charles, IL

  • no content

Pharmacy Technician Trainee - Irwin Giant Eagle

Job Summary As a Pharmacy Technician Trainee, you'll be a key part of our collaborative team. You'll bring your skills and expertise to building a service conscious Pharmacy team that consistently looks to develop great relationships with patients. You'll help us exceed expectations, meet needs and provide safe, accurate and efficient care in order to reach the best patient, Team Member and company outcomes. Job Description Experience Required: 0 to 6 months Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent Certification or Licensing Required: Eligible to obtain registration as pharmacy technician with the applicable state board of pharmacy Lifting Requirement: Up to 25 pounds Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age , Job Responsibilities Welcome patients and immediately acknowledge them with compassion and a smile at all pharmacy entry points. Model excellent patient care by respecting, engaging and enthusiastically meeting or exceeding all patient needs, including processing orders in person and by phone, directing patients to products and merchandise and referring appropriate questions concerning prescriptions and over the counter medicine to the pharmacist. Maintain a neat and clean work environment in order to ensure that company and government requirements are met. Assist team members with tasks to ensure department runs efficiently. Use the pharmacy computer to complete all actions necessary in order to maximize efficiency and provide optimal patient care at drop-off, will call, drive thru, phone, filling and order receiving, including but not limited to: searching for patients and profiles, determining dates of fill and pick-up, determining prescriptions sent to Central Fill, quoting cash prices of prescriptions, checking on-hand counts of medications and entering invoices. Assist team on actions plans in order to improve outcomes using knowledge of all appropriate service and business metrics. Assist in the execution of all company initiatives and programs. Complete required training program and accompanying exams. Follow all company, state and federal policies, laws and regulations, including HIPAA and Pseudoephedrine sales. Finalize sales using cash register according to established procedures, including the point of sale policies. Transcribe data from prescriptions accurately in order to generate a custom label for the customer. Assist with maintaining proper inventory levels by ordering, receiving, stocking and rotating drugs and other supplies per company policy and procedure. Answer telephone in a polite and timely manner, ensure accurate information is exchanged and the customer is satisfied. Resolve customer questions and concerns by communicating effectively with the customer and the management team and support staff in an efficient manner. File written prescriptions daily. About Us At Giant Eagle, we believe in nourishing life's moments, big and small, because they matter. We strive to lead the way in quality, service, and everyday value. Most importantly, the compassion, care, and respect our Team Members show to each other and in our communities is what truly sets us apart. Here, you'll find a place to win, grow, and be better together. If you want to make a real impact, belong to a supportive community, and build a meaningful career, we invite you to grow your future with us - because you matter.

  • Irwin, PA

  • no content

Assistant Nurse Manager: Hematology Oncology

Full Time Days 7am-7:30pm 40 hours/week Summary: The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the Nurse Manager in daily unit operations and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care delivery on a 24-hour basis. The Assistant Nurse Manager also facilitates the development and evaluation of nursing staff and provides nursing care using specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills. Responsibilities: Contributes as a key member of management by understanding business operations, financials, industry trends, and customer needs. Develops and guides nursing staff by providing direction, coaching, training, and performance management to meet organizational goals. Monitors and adheres to department budget to ensure effective expenditure control. Assists Nurse Manager in maintaining operational efficiency of the patient care unit in collaboration with support services. Promotes nursing philosophy and objectives by assisting the Nurse Manager in educational initiatives and research efforts. Other duties as assigned. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Experience in clinical pediatrics is required; clinical experience in assigned area is preferred 2. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships which enhance communication, promote conflict resolution and facilitate staff development. 3. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. Epic software or similar EMR software is required. Education and Experience Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing [BSN] is required; Master's degree [MSN] or another field (MBA, MPH, MHA, etc.) is preferred. Licensure: Currently licensed to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio is required. Certification: Current Health Care Provider BLS training from the American Heart Association is required. If assigned to general care units, PEARS is required. If assigned to critical care units, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, and/or NRP is required. If assigned to ED, Surgical Services, Sedation Services, Transitional Care/Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, and Transport, within 1 year of date of hire PALS, ACLS, TNCC, and/or NRP is required. Relevant professional nursing certification, preferred. 4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum 4 years of nursing experience required. 5. Years of supervisory experience: 1 year in a leadership role or similar position preferred. Full Time FTE: 1.000000 Status: Onsite

  • Akron, OH

  • no content

Staff Nurse: 6 Medical

6 Medical Full Time 36 hours/ week Days 7a-730p Onsite Summary: The Staff Nurse provides nursing care requiring specialized knowledge judgment and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences. Responsibilities: 1. Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and directs nursing care with a focus on family centered care for individuals or groups of patients within the assigned scope of practice. 2. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age and developmental status is required. 3. Performs leadership and professional duties. 4. Performs patient-centered care duties. 5. Performs quality improvement and safety duties. 6. Participates in the development education for staff members for clinically related issues. May be responsible for precepting new employees and act as a mentor to the clinical staff. 7. Performs evidence-based practice duties. 8. Supports the provider staff and actively promotes collaboration for efficient operation and quality care, and legendary customer service for pediatric patients using a team approach. 9. Performs systems-based practice duties. 10. Performs informatics and technology duties. 11. Staff may be temporarily assigned to an area throughout the Akron Children's Hospital enterprise, based on patient needs requiring similar knowledge and skill. 12. Other duties as required. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, guidance and motivation to other staff members with emphasis on working as a collaborative team to provide quality service to patients and their families. 2. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written are required. 3. Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills are required. 4. Strong organizational skills are required. 5. Ability to work well under pressure to prioritize and complete required tasks and responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner. 6. Experience working with various levels within an organization is required. 7. Experience in healthcare is preferred. 8. Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required. 9. Experience working an electronic medical record system (i.e. EPIC) or similar software is preferred. Education and Experience 1. Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required or must be obtained within 5 years from date of hire. 2. Current certification in Basic Life Support training from the American Heart Association is required. Additional certifications may be required based on the assigned department or unit. 3. Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio is required. 4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience is preferred. 5. Years of experience supervising: None Full Time FTE: 0.900000 Status: Onsite

  • Akron, OH

  • no content

Staff Nurse: Burn Unit

Full Time Nights 36 hours/week 7pm-7:30am Summary: The Staff Nurse provides nursing care requiring specialized knowledge judgment and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences. Responsibilities: Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and directs nursing care with a focus on family centered care for individuals or groups of patients within the assigned scope of practice. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age and developmental status is required. Performs leadership and professional duties. Performs patient-centered care duties. Performs quality improvement and safety duties. Participates in the development education for staff members for clinically related issues. May be responsible for precepting new employees and act as a mentor to the clinical staff. Performs evidence-based practice duties. Supports the provider staff and actively promotes collaboration for efficient operation and quality care, and legendary customer service for pediatric patients using a team approach. Performs systems-based practice duties. Performs informatics and technology duties. Staff may be temporarily assigned to an area throughout the Akron Children's Hospital enterprise, based on patient needs requiring similar knowledge and skill. Other duties as required. Other information: Technical Expertise Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, guidance and motivation to other staff members with emphasis on working as a collaborative team to provide quality service to patients and their families. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written are required. Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills are required. Strong organizational skills are required. Ability to work well under pressure to prioritize and complete required tasks and responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner. Experience working with various levels within an organization is required. Experience in healthcare is preferred. Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required. Experience working an electronic medical record system (i.e. EPIC) or similar software is preferred. Education and Experience Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required or must be obtained within 5 years from date of hire. Current certification in Basic Life Support training from the American Heart Association is required. Additional certifications may be required based on the assigned department or unit. A valid, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio is required. Years of relevant experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience is preferred. Years of experience supervising: None Full Time FTE: 0.900000 Status: Onsite

  • Akron, OH

  • no content

Nurse Scientist NEX

Part Time Days 20 Hours/week Summary: The Nurse Scientist serves as a system-level leader responsible for advancing nursing research, implementation science and clinical inquiry across the organization. This role operationalizes, sustains and evaluates infrastructure that supports nurses at all levels in generating, translating and disseminating nursing knowledge to improve patient outcomes, professional practice and the healthcare system. The Nurse Scientist works directly with the Manager for Clinical Inquiry to promote a culture of inquiry by mentoring and coaching nurses in Implementation Science and research methods, leading strategically aligned research activities and bridging the gap between research and clinical practice. This role works collaboratively with nursing leadership, interprofessional partners and academic collaborators to ensure nursing practice is grounded in the best available evidence. The Nurse Scientist's work is integrally aligned with nursing strategic and organizational priorities as well as initiatives supporting Magnet® designation, quality, safety and professional excellence. Responsibilities: Duties and Responsibilities 1) Nursing Research & Implementation Science Leadership a. Lead, coordinate, and support nursing-led research and implementation science initiatives aligned with organizational and nursing strategic priorities. b. Design, implement, and evaluate systems and workflows that support implementation science and nursing research across clinical areas. c. Serve as a subject matter expert in research methodology, translation science and outcomes evaluation. 2) Mentorship, Coaching and Capacity Building a. Mentor and coach nurses and nursing leaders in research design, data collection processes, evaluation, dissemination, and sustainability. b. Provide education and consultation related to nursing research, implementation science and scholarly writing. 3) Scholarly Dissemination & Grant Funding a. Promote and support dissemination of nursing research findings and implementation science outcomes through abstracts, posters, podium presentations, and peer-reviewed publications. b. Lead or support manuscript development for nursing and interprofessional publications. c. Identify internal and external funding opportunities and support grant proposal development and submission. d. Maintain an active program of scholarly activity consistent with organizational priorities as well as professional networks within Akron Children's and external as applicable to promote nursing department's academic growth. 4) All other duties as assigned. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Advanced knowledge of nursing research design, methodology, statistics, and implementation science/EBP frameworks. 2. Successful track record of translating research & evidence into clinical practice within complex healthcare systems and disseminated findings through peer-reviewed publications and presentations. 3. Demonstrated experience in developing, conducting and coordinating single and multi-site research studies. 4. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a matrixed environment. 5. Strong written and verbal skills in communicating research findings and translation science outcomes to diverse audiences. 6. Strong experience as a mentor to novice nursing scholars and an educator to nursing staff. 7. Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) or similar software. 8. Proficient in data collection & management, reference management, electronic survey & database development as well as proficient use of data analysis software is preferred. 9. Demonstrated experience in grant writing and funded research portfolio. 10. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and organizational levels. Education and Experience 1. Education: a. Required: Doctoral degree (PhD, DNS, DNP with strong research focus) in Nursing or related field. b. Preferred: PhD in Nursing. 2. Licensure: a. Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio or b. Active Multistate RN Licensure through the Nurse Licensure Compact. 3. Certification: a. Required: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification. b. Preferred: Certification in Research, EBP or related specialty. 4. Years of relevant experience: a. Required: i. Minimum of ten (10) years of nursing experience. ii. Minimum of five (5) years of research experience in nursing or related field. b. Preferred: i. Experience in pediatric nursing. ii. Demonstrated record of scholarly activity (e.g., peer-reviewed publications, presentations, funded research projects). 5. Years of supervisory experience: a. Required: None b. Preferred: Mentoring and leading nurse-led research projects. Part Time FTE: 0.500000 Status: Fixed Hybrid

  • Akron, OH

  • no content

Nursing Professional Development Specialist

Inpatient Pediatric Behavioral Health experience required one (1) year of NPD experience preferred Summary: The Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialist is responsible for enhancing the professional growth and development of nursing staff through educational programs, training sessions, and continuous learning opportunities. The NPD Specialist will collaborate with nursing leadership to identify educational needs, develop curricula, and implement strategies to improve nursing practice and patient care outcomes. Responsibilities: • The NPD specialist advances the profession by contributing to the professional development of others, supporting collaborative relationships and supporting life-long learning. • Uses the educational design process to bridge the knowledge, skills and practice gaps identified through needs assessment. • Influences the inter-professional practice and learning environments, the NPD specialty, and the profession of nursing and healthcare through collaboration with leadership in planning and decision making to achieve desired results. • Actively works to transform processes at all levels through inspiration, initiation, adoption and sustainment of and adaptation to change using project management and improvement processes. • Promotes the generation and dissemination of new knowledge and the use of evidence to advance NPD practice, guide clinical practice and improve patient care. • Actively supports, promotes, and demonstrates nursing professional development as a nursing practice specialty through promotion of research, EBP, and QI. • Supports the transitions of nurses and other healthcare team members across learning and practice environments, roles and professional stages. • Other duties as required. Other information: Technical Expertise Experience in project management with interdisciplinary team is preferred. Experience in data analysis and presentations is preferred. Experience working with all levels within an organization is required. Experience in healthcare is required. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. Education and Experience Education: Master's degree in nursing or related field or BSN and in process of attaining master's degree in nursing or related field. Completion of Nurse Education track of MSN program is preferred. Certification: Registered Nurse licensure is required; BLS certification is required; PALS certification may be required by area of service. Professional Nursing certification preferred. Years of relevant experience: Minimum 3 years required. Years of experience supervising: None. Full Time FTE: 1.000000 Status: Onsite

  • Akron, OH

  • no content

Patient Care Assistant Resource Pool

Part Time (24 hours per week) 7:00am to 7:30pm including weekend and holiday rotation Onsite for Resource Pool Summary: The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides continuous observation and individual care for a group of patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsibilities: 1. Provide continuous, one-on-one observation and monitoring of assigned patients. 2. Provide evidence-based de-escalation interventions 3. Maintain a safe environment for self, patients and others 4. Remain alert and attentive at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of the patient. 5. Provide direct patient care such as vital signs and transporting patients to other departments as delegated by and under the supervision of a licensed nurse. 6. Stock linens and supplies 7. Document observations, interventions, and any pertinent information accurately and in a timely manner within EPIC 8. Prioritize and execute task for the assigned patients in a timely and efficient manner 9. Alert nursing staff promptly to any signs of distress, discomfort, or changes in the patient's condition. 10. Maintain a calm and professional presence for the patient and their family members. 11. Follow all hospital or facility protocols and procedures related to patient observation and safety. 12. Other duties as assigned. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology preferred. 2. Experience working in healthcare environment is preferred. 3. Experience working with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required. 4. Experience working in an electronic medical record (i.e. EPIC) or similar software is preferred. Education and Experience 1. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required 2. Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) training from the American Heart Association is required. 4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum one (1) year of experience is preferred 5. Years of supervisory experience: None Part Time FTE: 0.600000 Status: Onsite

  • Akron, OH

  • no content