Children's National Medical Center
RN Inpatient Post Acute Nights
Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Description
The Inpatient and Skilled Nursing Facility RN provides direct and indirect nursing care for hospital patients or skilled nursing facility residents in accordance with the physician’s plan of care. Care is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, HSC Policies and Procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. The RN also offers nursing interventions to prevent complications, promote comfort and wellness, inform the interdisciplinary team, and pursue continuous quality improvement and family‑centered care. Qualifications
Minimum Education
Associate’s Degree Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (Required) BSN Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience
1 year; at least one year pediatric experience preferred (Preferred) 1 year; at least one to two years nursing experience preferred (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge
The RN must have basic computer skills and demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide age‑appropriate care, assess data reflective of patient status, and interpret information needed to identify each patient’s relative needs. Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse – Current RN license from the District of Columbia upon hire Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – Upon hire (Required) Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) – Certification in Pediatric Rehabilitation or other sub‑specialties (Preferred) Job Functions
Nursing Care Functions
Provide direct care to assigned patients/residents. Perform admission, discharge, and transfer procedures, and assist others with patient/resident activities and care. Execute physician’s orders for all assigned patients/residents; safely and properly administer medications and treatments. Assess patients/residents; determine nursing diagnoses; plan, implement, and evaluate patient/resident care upon admission and throughout hospitalization. Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem‑solving appropriately when providing patient/resident care. Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient/resident and family throughout the hospital stay. Assess teaching/learning needs of patient/resident/caregiver(s) while preparing for independence/discharge; document education and understanding of information. Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measure health outcomes against patient care goals and hospital or regulatory standards. Integrate nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient/resident outcomes. Anticipate patient/resident needs and secure proper equipment and personnel for transport to outside clinic appointments; accompany patient/resident to outside clinic appointments and community integration when necessary. Participate in interdisciplinary patient/resident rounds and related activities. Administer medications according to policy and monitor patient/resident’s response and document in the electronic medical record according to policy. Verify physician orders accurately and acknowledge new orders in the electronic medical record. Maintain documentation that exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice. Perform hospital‑wide and unit‑specific technical skills competently and independently in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines, and as instructed by the Nurse Manager and/or House Supervisor. Demonstrate proper use of the identified hand‑off processes. Adhere to standard precautions and infection control policies. Act as a member of the Code Blue Team as assigned. Professional Practice
Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. RN license, BLS, etc. Independently initiate escalation of concerns/issues utilizing chain of command. Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice. Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations. Seek out opportunities to participate in enhancing departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support the advancement of education and certification as well. Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers. Communicate in a courteous, professional, and empathetic manner with patients/residents, and families. Participate in implementing change and support management decisions. Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and can complete assignments on time. Other Job Duties
The SNF RN delegates and supervises the care provided by CNAs and LPNs. The Inpatient RN provides supervision to the Pediatric Care Aides (PCAs). Serves as an active member of departmental or hospital committee as requested. Participates in interdisciplinary, interdepartmental performance improvement activities. Serves as a resource for other nursing staff members. Refer to Inpatient RN and SNF Roles and Responsibilities document for additional duties within each area. Other duties, as assigned.
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The Inpatient and Skilled Nursing Facility RN provides direct and indirect nursing care for hospital patients or skilled nursing facility residents in accordance with the physician’s plan of care. Care is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, HSC Policies and Procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. The RN also offers nursing interventions to prevent complications, promote comfort and wellness, inform the interdisciplinary team, and pursue continuous quality improvement and family‑centered care. Qualifications
Minimum Education
Associate’s Degree Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (Required) BSN Graduate from an accredited school of nursing (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience
1 year; at least one year pediatric experience preferred (Preferred) 1 year; at least one to two years nursing experience preferred (Preferred) Required Skills/Knowledge
The RN must have basic computer skills and demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide age‑appropriate care, assess data reflective of patient status, and interpret information needed to identify each patient’s relative needs. Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse – Current RN license from the District of Columbia upon hire Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – Upon hire (Required) Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) – Certification in Pediatric Rehabilitation or other sub‑specialties (Preferred) Job Functions
Nursing Care Functions
Provide direct care to assigned patients/residents. Perform admission, discharge, and transfer procedures, and assist others with patient/resident activities and care. Execute physician’s orders for all assigned patients/residents; safely and properly administer medications and treatments. Assess patients/residents; determine nursing diagnoses; plan, implement, and evaluate patient/resident care upon admission and throughout hospitalization. Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem‑solving appropriately when providing patient/resident care. Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient/resident and family throughout the hospital stay. Assess teaching/learning needs of patient/resident/caregiver(s) while preparing for independence/discharge; document education and understanding of information. Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measure health outcomes against patient care goals and hospital or regulatory standards. Integrate nursing interventions into the multidisciplinary plan of care, incorporating appropriate standards of care and practice and patient/resident outcomes. Anticipate patient/resident needs and secure proper equipment and personnel for transport to outside clinic appointments; accompany patient/resident to outside clinic appointments and community integration when necessary. Participate in interdisciplinary patient/resident rounds and related activities. Administer medications according to policy and monitor patient/resident’s response and document in the electronic medical record according to policy. Verify physician orders accurately and acknowledge new orders in the electronic medical record. Maintain documentation that exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice. Perform hospital‑wide and unit‑specific technical skills competently and independently in accordance with policy and procedure guidelines, and as instructed by the Nurse Manager and/or House Supervisor. Demonstrate proper use of the identified hand‑off processes. Adhere to standard precautions and infection control policies. Act as a member of the Code Blue Team as assigned. Professional Practice
Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. RN license, BLS, etc. Independently initiate escalation of concerns/issues utilizing chain of command. Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice. Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations. Seek out opportunities to participate in enhancing departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support the advancement of education and certification as well. Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers. Communicate in a courteous, professional, and empathetic manner with patients/residents, and families. Participate in implementing change and support management decisions. Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and can complete assignments on time. Other Job Duties
The SNF RN delegates and supervises the care provided by CNAs and LPNs. The Inpatient RN provides supervision to the Pediatric Care Aides (PCAs). Serves as an active member of departmental or hospital committee as requested. Participates in interdisciplinary, interdepartmental performance improvement activities. Serves as a resource for other nursing staff members. Refer to Inpatient RN and SNF Roles and Responsibilities document for additional duties within each area. Other duties, as assigned.
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