Operating Room Nurse, Per Diem - Bucks Chalfont Surgery Center

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Chalfont, PA 18914, US

$43.19 - $55.07 / hour

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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

A Brief Overview

This is a great per diem opportunity for a pediatric Operating Room Nurse!

Located in the Specialty Care & Surgery Center, Bucks County | Children's Hospital of Philadelphia , this position requires a minimum of 24 hours within a 6-week schedule.

Required Pediatric OR RN scrubbing and circulating experience (at least 2 years). PALS certification is required.

Practices at the level of a competent to proficient practitioner of pediatric, family- centered nursing. The nurse at this level demonstrates competence in the safe care for patients with complex problems. This nurse also demonstrates clinical leadership skills through contribution to standards of care and unit/organizational goals and uses the shared governance structure to actively advance patient care. Serves as a role model for the other staff and a preceptor for new employees. This nurse participates in endeavors to increase nursing knowledge including the use of evidence based practice and the development of research skills. Provides care in a cost effective manner.

What you will do

Performs the duties and responsibilities of a pediatric perioperative nurse related to the pre-operative, intra-operative or post-operative phase of care including age appropriate physical assessment, effective case management, including age appropriate physical assessment, airway protection, effective pain management and teaching.
Practices in a professional manner which adheres to the Nurse Practice Act of the state in which the ASF is located.
Actively participates in the daily operations of the ASF. Chairs and/or participates in unit/departmental shared governance.
Maintains competency in all aspects of care, including the point of care testing program. Demonstrates health care informatics competency in order to manage patient care, outcome data and current and emerging health care technology, which includes:
Basic computer competency, including the effective use of patient care devices, computers, computer software programs such as e-mail and word processing programs, and shared network file space.
Information literacy, including the effective use of the intranet and internet to find electronic resources for patient care, nursing practice and evidence-based decision-making.
Information management skills, including the effective use of the electronic health record and clinical information systems, the ability to collect clinical data using quality tools and the ability to discuss, evaluate and analyze outcome data presented in charts and tables.
Commits to lifelong learning: identifies and meets learning needs to continually develop over time. Well informed about the Professional Advancement Program (PEAK) and considers the opportunity to participate.

Education Qualifications

Technical Diploma Nursing - Required
Bachelor's Degree Nursing - Preferred

Experience Qualifications

At least two (2) years related nursing experience - Required
Pediatric experience - Preferred

Skills and Abilities

Computer Competency
Basic use of a computer (mouse, keyboard, printer, USB ports).
Basic use of Microsoft Office (Word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and Skype).
Web browsing, intranet search, document access.
Use of shared network file space.
Basic use of patient facing technology. (e.g. IV pumps, point of care devices, CR monitors).
Navigation and use of clinical communication systems.
Information Literacy
Determines the nature and extent of clinical information needed and uses the appropriate technology to access it.
Accesses needed information effectively and efficiently.
Evaluates information and its sources critically and appropriately incorporates it into clinical practice.
Evaluates outcomes of the use of information.
Information Management Literacy
Navigation of the electronic health record system.
Ability to locate and review specific patient data in various clinical information systems.
Effectively uses clinical decision support tools.
Understands policies and procedures, confidentiality, security, and privacy regulations regarding the use of clinical information systems.
Ability to collect clinical data using quality improvement tools.

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or
Registered Nurse (New Jersey) - New Jersey State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required and
Basic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Preferred and
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Preferred or
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Preferred

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

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SALARY RANGE:

$43.19 - $55.07 Hourly

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

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At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.

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Assures that staff incorporates professional standards of practice and regulatory requirements into nursing care provided. Research Reads, analyzes and synthesizes nursing and other scholarly articles and research studies; shares knowledge with unit staff in a formal format. With assistance applies research findings to clinical practice. Seeks opportunities to participate in research studies or answer simple research questions. Learning Identifies learning needs of self and others and assists in the development of a learning plan. Applies education and training from departmental in-services and external sources to unit practices to enhance Nursing practice. Assists in developing and utilizes patient education materials relevant to patient population. Participates in development/ presentation of staff education programs geared to meet unit and select departmental needs. Demonstrates health care informatics competency in order to manage patient care, outcome data and current and emerging health care technology. Resource Management Participates in promoting quality, efficient and cost effective care. Monitors own usage of supplies and equipment/identify opportunities for improvement and makes recommendations. Manages own time to accomplish direct/indirect care in a cost efficient manner. Additional responsibilities for the Specialty Care Site Nurse Provides oversight for clinical care provided at the site Creates staff assignments with consideration for staff skill and patient-provider needs. Provides opportunities for staff to practice to the full scope of licensure or certification. Assures regulatory compliance and readiness at the state, federal, and all other applicable regulatory agencies. Executes site plans to improve patient/family experience by identifying trends and establishing systems for improvement. Coaches and supports clinical staff in providing evidence-based, outcome-focused ambulatory care. Takes the lead in onboarding new clinical staff, coordinating orientation, and ensuring confirmation of needed competencies. Partners with the site manager to manage clinical (non-provider) staff performance through coaching, counseling, goal setting, anecdotal and annual performance appraisals. Creates a work climate that achieves high-level staff engagement, measured through department-specific metrics. Leads collaborative efforts for patient population-based outcomes through clinical practice, education, research/evidence-based practice, and consultation. Responds to all patient medical and behavioral emergencies, and ensures team's readiness to respond. Acts as Safety Coach and leads incident investigations and remediation plans. Acts as the Infection Prevention and Control lead at the site. Education Qualifications Technical Diploma Nursing Required Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred Experience Qualifications At least three (3) years pediatric experience Required Skills and Abilities Computer Competency Basic use of a computer (mouse, keyboard, printer, USB ports). Basic use of Microsoft Office (Word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and Skype). Web browsing, intranet search, document access. Use of shared network file space. Basic use of patient facing technology. (e.g. IV pumps, point of care devices, CR monitors). Navigation and use of clinical communication systems. Information Literacy Determines the nature and extent of clinical information needed and uses the appropriate technology to access it. Accesses needed information effectively and efficiently. Evaluates information and its sources critically and appropriately incorporates it into clinical practice. Evaluates outcomes of the use of information. Information Management Literacy Navigation of the electronic health record system. Ability to locate and review specific patient data in various clinical information systems. Effectively uses clinical decision support tools. Understands policies and procedures, confidentiality, security, and privacy regulations regarding the use of clinical information systems. Ability to collect clinical data using quality improvement tools. Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or Nursing Temporary Practice Permit (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or Registered Nurse (New Jersey) - New Jersey State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required or Nursing Temporary Practice Permit (New Jersey) - New Jersey State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required and Basic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more. EEO / VEVRAA Federal Contractor | Tobacco Statement SALARY RANGE: $83,700.00 - $106,700.00 Annually Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly. ------------------- At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.