Job Description Schedule available for Inpatient BHWC: Weekend/Days - Fri/Sat/Sun - 36hrs (weekend incentive) Mon/Thur/Fri - Nights - 36hrs Saturday and Sunday - 3p-11:30pm - 16hrs (weekend incentive) casual At Children’s Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families—from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth. Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most. A Brief Overview Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Primary responsibility to care for patients with behavioral health needs. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of comprehensive and developmentally appropriate care to high-risk behavioral patients and their families. Acts as a psychiatric resource for the team by providing clinical support, monitoring compliance with system policies, guidelines, documentation, and by maintaining a safe environment for patients with behavioral health needs. Responds to behavioral emergencies throughout the building and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient and staff safety. Is knowledgeable of the regulatory standards related to the care of hospitalized patients with behavioral health needs and ensures compliance with those standards. Essential Functions Conducts individualized age-specific patient/family assessments according to defined unit scope and nursing practice standards, appropriate collaborative problems (CPG's)/nursing diagnoses (ND's), or protocols. (Individualized refers to the patient’s developmental, cognitive, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational/family influences and physical/medical care needs.) Admission/Initial Assessment: Collects and documents data related to patient’s individualized care. Demonstrates age-specific competency in assessment of patients by the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient needs, knowledge of growth and development, and understanding of the range of treatment needed by these patients. Assesses patient/family need for education and uses an individualized approach in delivery style. Assesses family expectations for, and involvement in the assessment and continuous care or treatment of the patient. Identifies nursing diagnoses, collaborative problems, and/or protocols for each patient, based on assessment, at the time of admission. Shift Assessment/Reassessment Performs reassessment based on unit standards, CPG's/ND's, protocols and changes in patient condition. Communicates changes to appropriate persons (MD, Charge RN, family) as indicated Utilizes appropriate telephone etiquette. Develops individualized patient/family plan of care using CPG/ND’s, and practice guidelines/protocols to meet identified needs in collaboration with Behavioral Health Team. (Plan of Care includes current and anticipated actions focused on care, education, discharge needs.) Utilizes assessment data from the healthcare team to individualize appropriate goals and actions for the patient, including collaboration with the family and the healthcare team. Utilizes individualized assessment data to develop the patient/family’s plan of care. Formulates goals and outcomes based on assessment data. Revises plan of care based on patient’s condition, interdisciplinary input, and family needs. Demonstrates ability to prioritize patient interventions based on assessments/reassessments Implements and evaluates nursing actions in accordance with the individualized patient/family plan of care and patient condition/needs. Oversees that the nursing and interdisciplinary plan of care/goals are coordinated, implemented, evaluated, and revised as needed. Identifies the need for interdisciplinary involvement/outside resources and follows through. Uses appropriate resources (Charge Nurse, CNS/Educator, Director, MD, etc.) to ensure that clinical outcomes are achieved. Incorporates critical thinking into the delivery of clinical skills and in analyzing patient response to orders, tests, labs, medications, and treatments. Demonstrates clinical competence in administering interventions according to identified standards and age specific needs. Provides and/or coordinates with other disciplines patient/family education according to identified care needs, considering assessment of patient/family’s readiness to learn Documentation reflects accurate assessment/evaluation, modification, and patient’s response to therapy, changes in condition, and therapeutic interventions/procedures. Entries in the medical record follow hospital policy (i.e., date, time, use of appropriate abbreviations, and legibility). Documentation is completed within established timeframes including, but not limited to: Admission Assessment form, daily Patient Flowsheet, Family Education Record, and Interdisciplinary Goals. Reviews and updates computerized careplan to accurately reflect the plan of care. Completes computerized documentation within established timeframes, including, but not limited to: Medication Administration Record, Allergies, Patient Information, etc. Completes and verifies accurate order entry in the computerized careplan. Ensures that discharge instructions clearly state patient care needs after discharge. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence-based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation Supports staff in providing a safe environment for patients with high-risk behaviors by inspecting rooms, proactively identifying potential safety hazards, and removing at-risk items. Delivers competent and skilled nursing care to patients and families according to their identified needs. Provides content expertise and education to staff caring for high-risk patients and assists staff in finding available resources related to behavioral health patients. Provides a just in time resource to nursing, administrative supervisors and physicians caring for high-risk behavioral patients. Assists staff in finding available resources related to behavioral health patients. Reviews documentation and orders in EPIC and collaborates with staff to ensure that the patient’s level of observation is appropriate, and documentation is accurate and complete. Identifies patient care concerns in real time and collaborates and escalates as needed to promote resolution. Provides education and facilitates learning for the patient care team related to constant visual observation guidelines and policies, therapeutic interactions, and patient safety. Assists with consistent application of guidelines and policies across the hospital. Identifies and presents opportunities for performance/quality improvement activities to improve clinical outcomes. Assists with patient de-escalation, provides physical intervention if needed, thorough and accurate documentation, and participates in the debriefing afterwards Audits Physical Intervention documentation and assists in collecting, inputting, and sharing data in real time Delivers care with a team-oriented approach, an emphasis on good customer relations, sound clinical judgment, and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidence-based practice. Advocates for the patient, represents the concerns of the patient/family and identifies and assists in resolving concerns. Ensures that Patient Health Information (PHI) is protected and secured at all times. Adheres to all infection prevention initiatives (i.e., hand hygiene, proper disposal of waste, etc.) Education Qualifications Associate's Degree from an accredited school of nursing Required or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school of nursing Required Experience Qualifications 2 years of psychiatric nursing experience Preferred and Experience with pediatric patients Preferred and Previous experience with EPIC Preferred Skills And Abilities Must be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature, without loss of efficiency or composure, and be able to perform under stressful conditions when confronted with multiple requests, demonstrating prioritizing skills. Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of Nebraska Upon Hire Required and BLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Upon Hire Required and Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse (PMH-BC) after 2 years and/or 2000 mental health care hours Preferred Team members currently ineligible for advanced certification are strongly encouraged to pursue them upon eligibility. Children’s is an equal opportunity employer, embracing and valuing the unique strengths and differences of people. We cultivate an inclusive environment of respect and trust where we all belong. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Job Description Schedule available for Crisis Assessment BHWC: Monday - Friday 3p-11:30pm - 40hrs Sat&Sun 3p-11:30pm - 16hrs casual At Children’s Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families—from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth. Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most. A Brief Overview Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Primary responsibility to care for patients with behavioral health needs. Utilizes the nursing process in the delivery of comprehensive and developmentally appropriate care to high-risk behavioral patients and their families. Acts as a psychiatric resource for the team by providing clinical support, monitoring compliance with system policies, guidelines, documentation, and by maintaining a safe environment for patients with behavioral health needs. Responds to behavioral emergencies throughout the building and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient and staff safety. Is knowledgeable of the regulatory standards related to the care of hospitalized patients with behavioral health needs and ensures compliance with those standards. Essential Functions Conducts individualized age-specific patient/family assessments according to defined unit scope and nursing practice standards, appropriate collaborative problems (CPG's)/nursing diagnoses (ND's), or protocols. (Individualized refers to the patient’s developmental, cognitive, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational/family influences and physical/medical care needs.) Admission/Initial Assessment: Collects and documents data related to patient’s individualized care. Demonstrates age-specific competency in assessment of patients by the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient needs, knowledge of growth and development, and understanding of the range of treatment needed by these patients. Assesses patient/family need for education and uses an individualized approach in delivery style. Assesses family expectations for, and involvement in the assessment and continuous care or treatment of the patient. Identifies nursing diagnoses, collaborative problems, and/or protocols for each patient, based on assessment, at the time of admission. Shift Assessment/Reassessment Performs reassessment based on unit standards, CPG's/ND's, protocols and changes in patient condition. Communicates changes to appropriate persons (MD, Charge RN, family) as indicated Utilizes appropriate telephone etiquette. Develops individualized patient/family plan of care using CPG/ND’s, and practice guidelines/protocols to meet identified needs in collaboration with Behavioral Health Team. (Plan of Care includes current and anticipated actions focused on care, education, discharge needs.) Utilizes assessment data from the healthcare team to individualize appropriate goals and actions for the patient, including collaboration with the family and the healthcare team. Utilizes individualized assessment data to develop the patient/family’s plan of care. Formulates goals and outcomes based on assessment data. Revises plan of care based on patient’s condition, interdisciplinary input, and family needs. Demonstrates ability to prioritize patient interventions based on assessments/reassessments Implements and evaluates nursing actions in accordance with the individualized patient/family plan of care and patient condition/needs. Oversees that the nursing and interdisciplinary plan of care/goals are coordinated, implemented, evaluated, and revised as needed. Identifies the need for interdisciplinary involvement/outside resources and follows through. Uses appropriate resources (Charge Nurse, CNS/Educator, Director, MD, etc.) to ensure that clinical outcomes are achieved. Incorporates critical thinking into the delivery of clinical skills and in analyzing patient response to orders, tests, labs, medications, and treatments. Demonstrates clinical competence in administering interventions according to identified standards and age specific needs. Provides and/or coordinates with other disciplines patient/family education according to identified care needs, considering assessment of patient/family’s readiness to learn Documentation reflects accurate assessment/evaluation, modification, and patient’s response to therapy, changes in condition, and therapeutic interventions/procedures. Entries in the medical record follow hospital policy (i.e., date, time, use of appropriate abbreviations, and legibility). Documentation is completed within established timeframes including, but not limited to: Admission Assessment form, daily Patient Flowsheet, Family Education Record, and Interdisciplinary Goals. Reviews and updates computerized careplan to accurately reflect the plan of care. Completes computerized documentation within established timeframes, including, but not limited to: Medication Administration Record, Allergies, Patient Information, etc. Completes and verifies accurate order entry in the computerized careplan. Ensures that discharge instructions clearly state patient care needs after discharge. Uses clinical judgment based on nursing skills acquired through formal and informal experiential knowledge and evidence-based guidelines to globally assess the patient's situation Supports staff in providing a safe environment for patients with high-risk behaviors by inspecting rooms, proactively identifying potential safety hazards, and removing at-risk items. Delivers competent and skilled nursing care to patients and families according to their identified needs. Provides content expertise and education to staff caring for high-risk patients and assists staff in finding available resources related to behavioral health patients. Provides a just in time resource to nursing, administrative supervisors and physicians caring for high-risk behavioral patients. Assists staff in finding available resources related to behavioral health patients. Reviews documentation and orders in EPIC and collaborates with staff to ensure that the patient’s level of observation is appropriate, and documentation is accurate and complete. Identifies patient care concerns in real time and collaborates and escalates as needed to promote resolution. Provides education and facilitates learning for the patient care team related to constant visual observation guidelines and policies, therapeutic interactions, and patient safety. Assists with consistent application of guidelines and policies across the hospital. Identifies and presents opportunities for performance/quality improvement activities to improve clinical outcomes. Assists with patient de-escalation, provides physical intervention if needed, thorough and accurate documentation, and participates in the debriefing afterwards Audits Physical Intervention documentation and assists in collecting, inputting, and sharing data in real time Delivers care with a team-oriented approach, an emphasis on good customer relations, sound clinical judgment, and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidence-based practice. Advocates for the patient, represents the concerns of the patient/family and identifies and assists in resolving concerns. Ensures that Patient Health Information (PHI) is protected and secured at all times. Adheres to all infection prevention initiatives (i.e., hand hygiene, proper disposal of waste, etc.) Education Qualifications Associate's Degree from an accredited school of nursing Required or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school of nursing Required Experience Qualifications 2 years of psychiatric nursing experience Preferred and Experience with pediatric patients Preferred and Previous experience with EPIC Preferred Skills And Abilities Must be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature, without loss of efficiency or composure, and be able to perform under stressful conditions when confronted with multiple requests, demonstrating prioritizing skills. Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of Nebraska Upon Hire Required and BLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Upon Hire Required and Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse (PMH-BC) after 2 years and/or 2000 mental health care hours Preferred Team members currently ineligible for advanced certification are strongly encouraged to pursue them upon eligibility. Children’s is an equal opportunity employer, embracing and valuing the unique strengths and differences of people. We cultivate an inclusive environment of respect and trust where we all belong. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Job Description At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. A Brief Overview The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)/Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides comprehensive care for pediatric patients through direct medical/nursing care to include: health promotion, health supervision, illness prevention and diagnosis, treatment and management of various health problems and conditions. The APRN/NP is a clinical expert, mentor and educator, leader, collaborator, and researcher. On-call responsibilities vary depending upon the clinic assignment. Essential Functions Assesses patient, synthesizes and analyzes data, orders diagnostic tests and therapeutic treatments, and evaluates clinical outcomes. Completes an accurate assessment (history and physical examination) of the pediatric patient. Syntheses and analyses data obtained through assessment to develop a comprehensive plan of care that is individualized and reflects patient care needs and includes interventions and treatments to attain expected outcomes. Implements plan by writing appropriate medical orders. Uses jointly approved protocols appropriately, if required. Evaluates and revises plan as indicated by changes in patient condition or needs. Communicates medical plan to caregivers, staff members and physicians. Demonstrates proper use of laboratory and x-ray to assist in diagnosis and interprets results correctly. Demonstrates understanding of caregiver dynamics involved in the ill pediatric patient. Utilizes the nursing process to meet the development and psychosocial needs of the pediatric patient/caregiver. Assesses the educational needs of patients/caregivers and develops/implements the educational plan in collaboration with other healthcare professionals. Uses sound medical/clinical judgment during care for the pediatric patient. Consults/collaborates with physicians as indicated. Uses jointly approved protocols to guide decision making, if required. Stays within Scope of Practice. Documents assessments, plan of care, interventions and patient response to treatment. Prescribes therapeutic measures and medications according to the State of Nebraska APRN/NP Statutes. Prescribes therapeutic measures and medications, related to health conditions within scope of practice. Assumes leadership role to establish and monitor standards of practice to improve patient care including recommending ways to improve clinical practice, participation in related educational activities, utilizes and/or participates in research, participation in professional organizations and performance improvement teams, and incorporation of new clinical information into practice. Serves as a role model for staff by facilitating, supporting, mentoring, taking initiative, and practicing proactive problem solving. Serves as a reliable and visible resource for staff. Conducts or utilizes research and new clinical information to recommend ways to improve clinical practice. Participates in educational activities and networking related to practice. Seeks experiences and learning opportunities related to practice. Participates in professional organizations. Serves on Performance Improvement teams as needed. Assures that clinical practice meets national standards of pediatric healthcare. Coordinates project or program development and effective implementation. Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section Education Qualifications Education as required by Department of Health and Human Services-Regulation and Licensure Credentialing Division as represented by APRN licensure in the state of Nebraska Required Experience Qualifications Minimum of 2 years experience as a Registered Nurse, APRN, or NP in Psychiatric Patient Care Required Skills And Abilities Knowledge of psychological principles, child and adolescent development, inter-relational dynamics, individual and group behavior, and behavior modification techniques. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients and families, physicians, and other clinical professionals to gather and exchange patient information. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 90% of work time when providing therapy, observing patient response, scoring tests, and documenting patient progress. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in providing age-appropriate care to children, adolescents, adults and families. Licenses and Certifications Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license in state of Nebraska Upon Hire Required and Health Services\BCLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Upon Hire Required and DEA License Required and Current certification as a Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner from the American Nurses Association or another nationally recognized certifying body Upon Hire Required and Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child! About Us At Children’s Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families—from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth. Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most.
Job Description At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. A Brief Overview The advanced practice provider (APP) provides patient centered, specialized, evidence based care across the continuum through an interprofessional approach to treatment, research, education and advocacy. APP's are board-certified providers that assume responsibility and accountability for health stabilization, promotion, and maintenance of acute and chronic illness or injury. This role contributes to the mission and vision of the organization by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate and safe care within the scope of practice as defined by the Nebraska state statues, administrative code and organization bylaws. The APP is committed to a culture of clinical excellence, respect, innovation, and academic inquiry through collaborative practice with all members of the care delivery team. Essential Functions Responsible for providing safe, comprehensive and compassionate clinical care. Assesses patient, synthesizes and analyzes data, orders diagnostic tests and therapeutic treatments, and evaluates clinical outcomes. Seeks and integrates the perspectives of interprofessional team members in developing and implementing the plan of care. Preforms diagnostic and therapeutic procedures; prescribes medications and complex medical regimes while monitoring for desired and adverse outcomes, specific to the infant/child with high risk, complex acute, critical, or chronic conditions. Applies evidence based medicine pertinent to neonatal/pediatric populations. Continuously evaluates the relationships among access, cost, quality, safety and their influence on healthcare outcomes and sustainability. Assumes leadership role to establish and monitor standards of practice and to improve patient care through sharing knowledge, leading teams and developing programs. Constant consideration of child’s development, family’s readiness and resources when translating health information, education and support. Demonstrate understanding of internal and external rules, regulations and legislation as it relates to APP practice, licensure, certification and billing compliance. Maintains accurate log of credentialed procedures performed. Demonstrates competency and expertise when performing credentialed procedures/specialty skills. Serves as an advocate for the needs of the children and their families across the health care continuum ensuring the best patient/family experience possible. Care coordination per CMS and/or program guidelines and completes all required program education per CMS guidelines Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job. Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section Education Qualifications Education as required by Department of Health and Human Services-Regulation and Licensure Credentialing Division as represented by APRN licensure in the State of Nebraska. Required Experience Qualifications Previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in pediatrics Preferred Skills And Abilities Satisfy all relevant criteria and qualifications outlined in the Medical Staff Policy on Allied Health Professional, required to be credentialed. Maintains practice agreement with service of specialty, and practices within framework of respective scope of practice. Must be knowledgeable in billing regulation practices to include documentation requirements/CPT coding regulations. Knowledge of physical, mental, developmental, emotional and social needs of the neonate, infant, toddler, pre-school, school age and adolescent patients Maintains current knowledge and skill level in field through reading appropriate journals, networking, and attendance at conferences or seminars. Must be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature, without loss of efficiency or composure, and be able to perform under stressful conditions when confronted with multiple requests, demonstrating prioritizing skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multiple disciplines. Ability to be self-directed, with minimum supervision, and detail oriented. Licenses and Certifications CPNP-AC - Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care Upon Hire Required and BLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Upon Hire Required and PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support within 180 Days Required and DEA License within 30 Days Required and ATLS - Advanced Trauma Life Support (only required if working in Gen Surg) within 1 Year Required and ACLS (only required if working in Cardiology or CT Surgery) within 180 Days Required and Satisfy all relevant criteria and qualifications outlined in the Medical Staff Policy on Allied Health Professional, required to be credentialed. Required and Takes call per division requirements Required Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child!
Job Description Schedule: M-F 8 - 430 At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. A Brief Overview Provides acute and rehabilitative care for patients with wound, ostomy, and continence care needs. Coordinates professional nursing and individualized, family centered care to patients with skin, wound, or ostomy issues to prevent and manage infections, reduce cost and simplify the workload of the bedside nurse using evidence based strategies for care. Essential Functions Conducts individualized wound/ostomy specific patient assessments based on consultations received from hospital staff. Assessment: ▪ Maintains expert knowledge in wound vac dressing changes and management of wound/ostomy care. ▪ Assists staff in recognizing Stage I and Suspected Deep Tissue Injuries ▪ Collects and documents data related to patient’s individualized care. ▪ Demonstrates wound/ostomy specific competency in assessment of patients by the ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of the patient needs, and understanding of the range of treatment needed by these patients. ▪ Assesses patient/family need for education and uses an individualized approach in delivery style. ▪ Assesses family expectations for, and involvement in the assessment and continuous care or treatment of the patient. ▪ Identifies nursing diagnoses, collaborative problems, and/or protocols for each patient, based on assessment. ▪ Assess and interprets patient data upon receipt of consultation. Reassessment: ▪ Performs reassessment based on team standards, CPG’s/ND’s, protocols and changes in patient condition. Communicates changes to appropriate persons (MD, Management, family) as indicated. ▪ Adjusts plan of care and treatment based on reassessment findings. Implements and evaluates nursing actions in accordance with the individualized patient/family plan of care and patient condition/needs. Oversees that the nursing and interdisciplinary plan of care/goals includes skin, wound and ostomy care. Incorporates critical thinking into the delivery of clinical skills and in analyzing patient response to treatments. Demonstrates clinical competence in interventions for skin, wound and ostomy care. Provides and/or coordinates with other disciplines patient/family education according to identified care needs, considering assessment of patient/family’s readiness to learn. Documentation reflects accurate assessment/evaluation, modification, and patient’s response to therapy, changes in condition, and therapeutic interventions/procedures. Develops wound/ostomy educational materials for health care team, patient and family: Develop and revise clinical pathways for wound care. Revise teaching sheets, policies, and CPG’s related to skin integrity, wounds, wound vacs and ostomies. Provide educational materials for patients and staff in regards to common skin, wound and ostomy problems. Provide educational offerings/presentations for staff regarding skin, wound, and ostomy care. Revise the wound and ostomy formularies to assure the organization is providing excellence in wound and ostomy care in the most cost effective manner Provides leadership in the monitoring of prevalence and incidence of pressure ulcers within the organization. Develops, enters data, and compiles reports from skin, wound, ostomy data base. Promotes pediatric research by implementing research findings into practice. Accepts assignments to share/teach knowledge and provide clinical support. Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree From an accredited college or university in nursing Required Experience Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience in nursing required, preferably in pediatrics Required Skills And Abilities Must be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature, without loss of efficiency or composure, and be able to perform under stressful conditions when confronted with multiple requests, demonstrating prioritizing skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with multiple disciplines. Legible handwriting skills. Ability to be self-directed, with minimum supervision, and detail oriented. Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Required and Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association Required and PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required and CWOCN - Certified Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse within 1 Year Required Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child! INDNUR About Us At Children’s Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families—from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth. Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most.
