Jobs for Humanity is partnering with Akron Children's Hospital to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Company Name: Akron Children's Hospital

About Akron Children's Hospital

Akron Children's Hospital has been providing healthcare for children since 1890. We are ranked among the best pediatric specialties in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. With multiple hospital campuses, regional health centers, and over 50 primary and specialty care locations throughout Ohio, we are making it convenient for families to access high-quality care. In 2020, we had over 1.1 million patient encounters. We also have neonatal and pediatric units in partner hospitals. Our Children's Home Care Group nurses provide in-home visits, and our School Health nurses manage clinic visits for students from preschool to high school. With our Quick Care Online virtual visits and Akron Children's Anywhere app, we are available for families whenever and wherever they need us. Learn more at akronchildrens.org.

Our Promises

1. To treat every child as if they were our own.
2. To treat others the way they wish to be treated.
3. To never turn away a child for any reason.

We are looking for individuals who are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where patients, families, and staff from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences are welcomed and supported.

Position: General Nursing

Full-Time

Nights: 7pm-7:30am

Summary:

The Staff Nurse provides specialized nursing care based on knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences.

Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and direct nursing care, focusing on family-centered care for individual or groups of patients within the assigned scope of practice.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills to care for the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs of patients of all ages and developmental stages.
• Perform leadership and professional duties.
• Provide patient-centered care.
• Contribute to quality improvement and safety initiatives.
• Participate in the development and education of staff members on clinical matters. May be responsible for training new employees and mentoring clinical staff.
• Utilize evidence-based practices.
• Support provider staff and promote collaboration for efficient operation, quality care, and exceptional customer service for pediatric patients through a team approach.
• Perform system-based practice duties.
• Utilize informatics and technology.
• May be temporarily assigned to different areas within Akron Children's Hospital based on patient needs and required knowledge and skills.
• Perform other duties as required.

Other Information:

Technical Expertise

• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership, guidance, and motivation to the team, emphasizing collaboration and quality service to patients and families.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize tasks, and complete them accurately and timely.
• Experience working with different levels within an organization.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software.
• Experience working with electronic medical record systems (such as EPIC) or similar software preferred.

Education and Experience

• Educational requirement: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or obtain within 5 years from the date of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support training certification from the American Heart Association is required. Additional certifications may be required based on the assigned department or unit.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio is required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience preferred.
• No supervisory experience required.

Additional Position Details:

Full Time

FTE: 0.900000

Status: Onsite

Akron Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information and to know your rights, please review the following document: EEO is the Law.