New Grad Staff Nurse - Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health Unit - New Grad Opportunities Full Time 36 Hours/week Nights 7p-730a Every other weekend and holiday 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. A valid, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio is required. This must be a Multistate License (MSL). An MSL is required for departments that provide telenursing services or provide care to patients outside the state of Ohio. 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

Staff Nurse: Hematology Oncology

Full Time Nights 7pm-7:30am 36 hours/week 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. A valid, active license to practice 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

Staff Nurse: Resource/Float Pool I

Full-Time, 36 hours/week 7pm-7:30am Onsite Summary: The Staff Nurse Resource Pool I provides nursing care requiring specialized knowledge judgment and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences. The Staff Nurse Resource Pool I will be expected to provide clinical nursing care on multiple units/locations based on the needs of the units. 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. 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. Additional certifications that must be obtained within one (1) year of hire include ACLS, NRP and PALS. 3. Active 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 required. 5. Years of experience supervising: None Full Time FTE: 0.900000 Status: Onsite

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

Staff Nurse Resource/Float Pool II: Critical Care

Part-Time, 24 hours/week 7pm-7:30am, rotates every 3rd weekend Onsite Critical Care floating Summary: The Staff Nurse Resource Pool II provides nursing care requiring specialized knowledge judgment and skill derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social and nursing sciences. The Staff Nurse Resource Pool II will be expected to provide clinical nursing care on multiple units/locations based on the needs of the units. 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. 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. Additional certifications that must be obtained within one (1) year of hire include ACLS, NRP and PALS. 3. Active licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio is required. 4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience is required. 5. Years of experience supervising: None Part Time FTE: 0.600000 Status: Onsite

Supervisor Patient Care

Part Time Nights 7pm-7:30am Summary: The Supervisor Patient Care is responsible for nursing operations and patient care delivery across multiple units during assigned shifts. This role is responsible for staffing management and coordination among hospital departments. The Supervisor collaborates with the Transfer Center for patient placement and throughput, responds to emergencies and codes, and activates the Hospital Emergency Incident Command, when necessary, potentially serving as the Incident Commander Responsibilities: 1.Understands the business, financials industry trends, patient needs, and organizational strategy. 2.Provides support and assistance to nursing staff to ensure adherence to patient care protocols and quality standards. 3. Assist in monitoring the department budget and helps maintain expenditure controls. 4. Promotes and maintains quality care by supporting nursing staff in the delivery of care during assigned shifts. 5. Visits patient care units to assess patient conditions, evaluates staffing needs and provides support to caregivers. 6. Communicates with the appropriate Nursing Management staff member [VP of Patient Services, Directors of Nursing and Nurse Managers] about any circumstances or situations which has or may have serious impact to patients, staff or hospital. 7. Assist in decision-making processes and notifies the Administrator on call when necessary. 8. Collaborates with nursing and hospital staff to ensure the operational aspects of patient care units are maintained effectively. 9. Supports the nursing philosophy and objectives of the hospital by participating in educational efforts and adhering to policies and procedures. 10. Other duties as assigned. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Experience in clinical pediatrics is required. 2. Experience working with all levels within an organization is required. 3. Experience in healthcare is preferred. 4. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. Education and Experience 1. Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required. 2. Licensure: Currently licensed to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio is required. 3. Certification: Current Health Care Provider BLS is required; PALS, NRP, ACLS or TNCC is preferred. 4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum 3 years of nursing experience required. 5. Years of supervisory experience: Previous Charge Nurse, Clinical Coordinator, or other leadership experience is preferred. Part Time FTE: 0.600000 Status: Onsite

Staff Nurse - ELLET

Part-time, 24 hours/week Days Variable Schedule Onsite Summary: Provides nursing care and staff guidance for clinical issues, under the direction of the physicians at the site. Responsibilities: 1. Supports the provider staff and actively promotes efficient operation and quality care, and legendary customer service for pediatric patients using a team approach. 2. Responsible for precepting new employees and acts as a mentor to the clinical staff. 3. Provides patient assessment as required 4. Participates in the development education for all staff members for clinically related issues. 5. Assesses clinical competency and participates in the evaluation process of the clinical staff, both at 90 days and annual evaluations. 6. Works routinely with patients and their families as an advocate for health maintenance of children and promotes a positive public image in all interactions with families, vendors, and the general public. 7. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age. 8. Provides consultations and requests consults as directed and in accordance with hospital bylaws. Assists with and facilitates discharge planning. 9. 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 pediatric ambulatory care is preferred. 8. Strong computer skills with experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) or similar software is required. 9. Experience with an electronic medical record system (i.e. EPIC) is preferred. Education and Experience 1. Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required. Candidates hired without a BSN must obtain the degree within 5 years from date of hire. 2. Current certification in Basic Life Support training from the American Heart Association is required. 3. A valid, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio is required. This must be a Multistate License (MSL). An MSL is required within 90 days of hire date for departments that provide telenursing services or care to patients outside Ohio. 4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum 2 years of experience is preferred. 5. Years of experience supervising: None. Part Time FTE: 0.600000 Status: Onsite

School Staff RN - PRN FLOAT

PRN Float Hours Vary Within 30 Miles of Home Summary: The School Staff Nurse is responsible for the provision of school health services to the student population serviced. Responsibilities: 1. Provides school health services as directed by department and contracts. 2. Provides the clinical care necessary within the department, including routine, special needs, and emergency first aide. 3. Maintains appropriate student health records and documents services rendered 4. Participates in the educational efforts of the department and the hospital. 5. Communicates effectively with management, parents/guardians, school authorities, and allied personnel. 6. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age. 7. Demonstrates knowledge and compliance with departmental/school/State and Federal, and Human Resource policies, procedures and guidelines. 8. Other duties as required. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Experience in a school setting is preferred. 2. Experience in pediatric nursing is preferred. 3. Experience working within a multidisciplinary team is preferred. Minimum of one year experience in healthcare is required. 4. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. Education and Experience 1. Education: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) required or must be obtained within 5 years of date of hire. 2. Certification: BLS certification is required. Registered Nurse licensure is required. 3. Years of relevant experience: 1 to 2 years is preferred. 4. Years of experience supervising: None. On Call FTE: 0.001000 Status: Onsite

Staff Nurse - Emergency Department

Full Time: 72 Hours Bi-Weekly Nights (7p-7a) 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

Senior Clinical Nurse Manager- Emergency Department

Full-time, 40 hours/week variable Onsite- Akron ED Summary: The Senior Clinical Nurse Manager oversees daily operations in high-complexity units, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care delivery to create safe and supportive environments that enhance patient engagement. The Senior Clinical Nurse Manager fosters a professional culture where team members work together to achieve optimal patient outcomes and advance their professional development. As a nurse leader, this position carries 24-hour accountability for direct care units and serves as a crucial link between administrative strategies and patient care. Responsibilities: 1. Manage the unit's financial operations, ensuring effective budget oversight and revenue generation. 2.Oversee human resource activities including hiring, firing, coaching and performance management for staff. 3.Drive performance improvement initiatives focused on key metrics, quality assurance, patient safety, and regulatory compliance. 4.Ensure the effective integration and use of technology in patient care and nursing practices. 5.Lead strategic initiatives, facilitating change management, collaboration, and shared decision making to align unit objectives with organizational goals. 6.Develop and implement performance management, staff development, and retention strategies to enhance workforce engagement. 7. Cultivate relationships and influence behaviors by managing situations effectively and promoting professional development. 8. Champion diversity in staffing and patient care settings. 9.Demonstrate personal and professional accountability in all responsibilities. 10. Other duties as assigned. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Experience working with all levels within an organization is required. 2. Strong leadership skills including communication/organizational skills, time management, coping skills, motivation, problem solving, autonomy, and supporting the team is required. 3. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. Budgeting and electronic Education and Experience 1. Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing [BSN] is required; Master's degree in Nursing [MSN} or other field [MBA, MHA, MPH, etc.) is required or obtained within 3 years of hire 2. Licensure: Currently licensed to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio is required. 3. 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 5 years of nursing experience required. 5. Years of supervisory experience: Minimum 3 years leadership experience preferred. Full Time FTE: 1.000000 Status: Onsite

Staff Nurse: OR

Part Time Nights with on call commitment 24 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: 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 Part Time FTE: 0.600000 Status: Onsite

Staff Nurse: 7 Surgical

PRN Night shift 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 On Call FTE: 0.001000 Status: Onsite