Staff Position

Child Life Specialist
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Falls Church, VA
Days

$36-73/hour
Posted Today

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • ShiftDays
  • Facility Information
    Not-For-Profit HospitalShort Term Acute CareTeaching Institution908 bedsEpic Systems Corporation

Pay

Estimated pay
$36-73/hour

Qualifications

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Description


The Child Life Specialist 1 provides safe and therapeutic Child Life services in a holistic and systematic way to patients and families. Assists in the development and implementation of standards and guidelines into care delivery. Provides input to the budgeting and resource allocation process for the department.

Job Responsibilities

- Provides Child Life services for all pediatric patients, sibling/family support and interventions. Provides one on one support and helps patients cope with stresses of hospitalization.
- Develops individual program of activities. Makes clinical decisions in collaboration with healthcare team based on theoretical knowledge and baseline clinical experience measured by patient satisfaction scores, length of stay data and the Child Life database.
- Assists in establishing policies/procedure, goals and a statement of purpose. Assists in facilitating the utilization of community groups, entertainment, celebrity visitors and public relations program within the community.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Certification - Eligible to sit for Child Life Council Certification exam.Licensure - N/AExperience - 0 year(s) experienceEducation - Bachelor's Degree
Inova Job ID #663294. Posted job title: child life specialist 1

Facility

Inova Fairfax Hospital

4.3rating(112 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Inova Fairfax Hospital

4.0rating

Pros

None

Cons

Elizabeth  V
Elizabeth V
Preoperative (RN)
Mar '21 - Jun '21
Review of Inova Fairfax Hospital on Nov 13, 2024
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Inova Fairfax Hospital
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  • Not-For-Profit Hospital
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • Teaching Institution
  • 908 beds
  • Epic Systems Corporation
ADDRESS3300 Gallows RdFalls Church, VA 22042
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Employer

Inova Health System

3.7rating(3 reviews)
Compensation
3.7rating
Culture
3.3rating
Work Environment
3.3rating
5.0rating
Anonymous
Anonymous
Post Partum (RN)
Review of Inova Health System on Dec 3, 2023
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About Falls Church, VA

Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Falls Church, VA is higher than the national average, particularly in housing and transportation.
  • However, wages tend to match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 87°F, and the average low in winter is around 26°F.
Furnished Housing
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Transportation
  • Falls Church, VA is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include bus services and the Washington Metro, providing easy access to nearby areas.
Demographics
  • Falls Church, VA is known for its diverse population, with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Falls Church, VA offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, art galleries, live music venues, and sports facilities.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, trails, and recreational activities in the surrounding areas.
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