Description
Expected Starting Salary Range: 30.91 - 38.92
Department/Unit: Vascular Access Team ~ New Grads Welcome
Shift/Hours: .6 FTE, 72, hours per week
Benefits Eligibility: This FTE qualifies for benefits at the full-time rate (benefits at their lowest cost)
At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.
Vascular Access Team ~The Vascular Access team at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center consists of three subgroups: Central Venous Catheter, Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter, & Peripheral Intravenous nurses.
Central Venous Catheter (CVC) nurses: Monitor all inpatients with vascular access devices (tunneled, non-tunneled, port, dialysis and PICCs), Develop and revise policies and procedures related to central venous catheters, Evaluate new CVC products, Conduct CVC research, Educate, present and publish information regarding central venous catheters, & Troubleshoot central venous complications
PICC nurses: Assess patients referred for PICC placement, Obtain informed consent for PICC insertion, & Insert PICC utilizing ultrasound guidance in collaboration with Interventional RadiologyPeripheral Intravenous (PIV) nurses: Place PIVs on patients with difficult access, Educate staff related to PIV insertion, holding techniques and recognition of infiltration, & Assist CVC nurses in troubleshooting CVC occlusions
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named:
• The #1 Pediatric Hospital in the Nation - US News and World Report 2023
Market Leading Benefits Including:
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
• Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/careers/benefits
• Pension plan and optional 403(b) supplemental retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
• Referral bonus program for current staff!
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
• Physical and mental health wellness programs
• Relocation assistance packages available for nurses!
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required:
•Associate/Diploma prepared RNs from ACEN, CCNE or NLN CNEA accredited inst with 2 yr. exp.
•If hired as an external candidate without BSN or MSN, must enroll in a BSN or MSN program within 1 year of hire date and complete program within 5 years of hire date
• Active Ohio RN License. May be required to obtain other state licensure.
•Foreign graduates must have license validated through CGFNS per Ohio Board of Nursing code for Foreign Graduates
Preferred:
•BSN from ACEN, CCNE or NLN CNEA accredited institution or MSN
Unique Skills:
•Development
Knowledge of growth and development
•Family-centered care
Understands and support family-centered care
•Clinical Knowledge
Professional knowledge and clinical ability sufficient to provide quality care
•Diversity Appreciation
Understanding and showing respect and appreciation for the uniqueness of all individuals; leveraging differences in others' perspectives and ideas; appreciating cultural differences and adjusting one's approach to successfully integrate with others who are different from oneself
•Self-development
Persistently seeking feedback from others as well as opportunities to update and master job-relevant knowledge; volunteering for training and development opportunities; changing behavior in response to feedback and experience
•Emotional Resilience
Remaining composed and calm when faced with setbacks, disappointments, rejection, crises, stress or pressure; readily putting aside concerns to get the job done; taking a problem solving rather than an emotional approach when faced with a difficult situation; being even-tempered and non-defensive
•Self-Awareness
Accurately identifying one's strengths and weaknesses; using this knowledge to identify necessary resources
•Communication
Excellent verbal, written and/or interpersonal communication skills
•Physical Capability
Capable of bending, lifting (up to 110 lbs) and standing; demonstrate physical ability to perform necessary tasks.
Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and treasures Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families (EEO/AA).