Experienced RN - Registered Nurse - Pediatric PACU - Days

General Description

An OU Health Registered Nurse (RN) I works under general supervision, providing the highest quality of care to patients in a hospital setting with health problems ranging from simple to complex. They model the OU Health Way, as evident in their work output and interactions with employees and patients, through living OU Health’s core values of putting Patients First, pursuing Relentless Excellence, showing Integrity, seeking Inclusion for all staff and patients, always Learning, and valuing Teamwork.

Essential Responsibilities

• Aligns behaviors with OU Health values and maintains nursing professional practice standards.
• Assumes responsibility for an assigned patient or group of patients.
• Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments, noting all changes in physician order on assigned patients.
• Auxiliaries in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment.
• Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients, observes the physiological manifestations of patients, and intervenes when necessary.
• Administers medication as prescribed.
• Initiates, regulates and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products.
• Delivers patient care safely and competently.
• Resolves patient complaints in a timely manner in accordance with policy and in collaboration with support staff.
• Informs patient and family of hospital procedures and shares care plan during the time of care and at the time of discharge.
• Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• RN I: Education - Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; Experience - 0-3 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse; License/Certification/Registration - Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)); Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.
• RN II: Education - Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; Experience - 3-5 years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required; License/Certification/Registration - Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)); Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.
• RN III: Education - Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; Master's Degree in Nursing preferred; Experience - 5+ years of experience in patient care as a Registered Nurse required; License/Certification/Registration - Current Registered Nurse License (RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact Registered Nurse (eNLC)); Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) certification required upon hire.

Specialty Certification(s)

Preferred for RN III positions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of basic professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques.
• Ability to maintain civility and good working relationships with other employees.
• Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors.
• Skilled in computer applications designed to ensure quality and safety measures for patients.
• Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.
• Ability to engage and manage conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
• Ability to maintain compliance accreditation with local, state, and federal regulatory standards.
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and maximized to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
• Strong written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.

Special Benefits

• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified individuals
• Student loan repayment up to $25,000
• Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles

Location

Oklahoma Children's Hospital

Shift Available

9:00 AM - 7:30 PM, 4 days per week

Pay

Negotiable based on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Varies based on departmental needs

Benefits

Includes PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. For details, refer to the full benefits package.

Contact Information

For inquiries about this position, please contact [Contact Information].

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.