Job Summary:
The WashU Department of Pediatrics is seeking a dedicated, high-energy Staff Nurse II to join its dynamic, outpatient pediatric ambulatory clinic. The Staff Nurse II delivers comprehensive, holistic pediatric care by conducting thorough patient and family assessments, analyzing medical records, and seamlessly coordinating specialized care across disciplines.
Working hands-on in the clinic, the Staff Nurse II provides direct clinical support—Administering immunizations, phlebotomy/lab draws, rooming patients, taking vital signs, Point of Care testing. The role requires close collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to adjust care processes in real-time, alongside a commitment to driving clinical excellence through quality improvement initiatives and efficient resource management.
- Physical Work Location: Onsite at the Shiloh and Graham clinic locations.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, open to close. Note: Shift times vary based on individual Provider schedules. There are no inpatient rotations, nights, weekends, or holidays.
- Patient Population: Pediatrics.
- Specialties/Subsidiaries: Allergy/Pulmonary, Endocrinology, Cardiology, and Gastroenterology (GI).
- Collaborative Team: Work alongside a passionate, multidisciplinary team of RNs, Medical Assistants (MAs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and MDs.
Responsibilities:
- Performs and documents assessment of the patient/family (biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, spiritual and environmental); collects and analyzes data from the medical record in order to coordinate patient care.
- Directs and/or provides patient care, which may include administering medication, performing procedures and monitoring patient status in accordance with approved nursing practice.
- Provides appropriate counsel and education to patients/family regarding disease process and symptom management.
- Maintains medical records requiring appropriate and timely recording of patient information.
- Consults with members of the health care team, adjusting nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Demonstrates cost-effective work habits by setting priorities and properly managing supplies and equipment.
- Assists the health care provider with examinations, procedures, prescription refills and other processes related to direct patient care.
- Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate clinical outcome.
- Professional contributions, including presentations, preceptorships/mentorships, committee participation, community service, inclusion on research or professional publications or local, regional or national professional organization leadership roles.
- Performs other duties as outlined in specialty-specific job responsibilities.
Qualifications
Required:
Education:
- A.S. – Associate of Science – Nursing
Certifications:
- BLS – Basic Life Support
- Current RN licensure in Missouri and/or Illinois
- Advanced clinical skills (e.g. PALS, ACLS, IV Certification, Bone Marrow Biopsy)
- Completion of National Specialty Certification relevant to the area where working, if applicable
Experience:
- Clinical Specialty – 2 years
Preferred:
Education:
- B.S.N. – Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- M.S.N. – Master of Science in Nursing
Experience:
Benefits
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with university contributions starting at 7%.
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more.
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for both childcare and adult care.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
- AND so much more.
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Pay: $64,500.00 - $109,900.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- What is your minimum salary requirement given the role?
Experience:
- Pediatrics: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
