JOB SUMMARY: Thisposition is accountable for providing competent nursing care and is responsiblefor coordination of the patient’s plan of care though assessment planning,implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to establishedoutcomes. This position practices under the direction of the designated nurseexecutive, within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act, and in accordance withChildren's polices.

Discovery is a35-bed, acute care medical unit. General duty nursing care is provided to theacutely ill pediatric patient on Discovery. Primary population served includeGI patients, Infectious Diseases, Metabolic Diagnosis, and acute viralillnesses. Patient Care Services are provided utilizing the LEGACY care deliverymodel of care. The RN delivers and coordinates care in a collaborative mannerwith unlicensed staff, as well as staff from other disciplines.