Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Nurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide expert nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents in various clinical settings, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. Your energy and enthusiasm will help create a positive environment for young patients and their families. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about pediatric health care, ready to respond swiftly to medical emergencies and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive patient care tailored to pediatric needs, including vital signs assessment, medication administration, IV insertion, and wound care.
- Monitor and evaluate patient conditions through thorough assessments and physiological knowledge, adjusting care plans as necessary.
- Operate medical equipment such as AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators), EHR (Electronic Health Record) systems, and EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems with precision.
- Communicate clearly with parents and guardians to explain procedures, treatment plans, and health education in a compassionate manner.
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies within hospital or outpatient settings, utilizing CPR and first aid skills effectively.
- Maintain strict compliance with health regulations including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), nursing policies, and state Nursing Practice Acts.
- Document all patient interactions accurately in medical records while ensuring confidentiality according to HIPAA standards.
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals in inpatient, outpatient, or clinic environments to deliver seamless pediatric care.
Requirements
- Valid licensure from the State Board of Nursing with active registration in pediatrics or related specialties.
- Proven experience working in diverse pediatric settings such as Level I or Level II trauma centers, PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), emergency rooms, or hospital medicine units.
- Demonstrated expertise in emergency medicine, urgent care, medical-surgical nursing, infectious disease care, Geriatrics (for age-specific considerations), and post-acute care environments.
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems for accurate medical documentation and patient data management.
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology of children, medication administration protocols including injections and venipuncture techniques.
- Ability to perform patient assessments efficiently while maintaining a caring bedside manner that reassures young patients and their families.
- Physical stamina for manual handling tasks such as lifting patients or equipment; ability to operate AEDs; proficiency in vital signs measurement; CPR certification; basic life support (BLS) training required.
- Familiarity with health regulations compliance including HIPAA standards for maintaining patient confidentiality across all interactions.
- Experience working in school clinics or outpatient settings is a plus; familiarity with school experience is desirable but not mandatory.
Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children by providing expert pediatric nursing care in a vibrant environment that values your skills and dedication!
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
