Pediatric Registered Nurse

The Registered Nurse will provide competent, age-appropriate care by applying clinical nursing knowledge and skills in a fast-paced environment. The RN will ensure the safety and comfort of patients and their families according to this facility's professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment & Care: Conduct thorough assessments, identify patient needs, and create customized care plans. Continuously evaluate and adjust care based on patient and family feedback.
• Documentation & Communication: Accurately document care and treatments in a timely manner, ensuring detailed, clear records in the patient's electronic medical record (EMR). Communicate effectively with team members to support collaborative care.
• Environment Management: Prepare patient rooms, maintain a clean and organized work area, and ensure that all equipment is appropriately sanitized and stored.
• Medication & Treatment Administration: Administer medications following the "5 Rights of Medication" (patient, drug, dose, route, and time), perform phlebotomy and IV insertions, and collect lab samples safely and efficiently.
• Patient Education & Support: Provide patients and families with education on treatment plans, medication, and equipment use, fostering a supportive care experience.
• Leadership & Team Support: Monitor patient flow, prioritize high-risk patients, and support Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) with questions and guidance. Assist other clinical staff as needed.
• Facility Operations: Participate in opening and closing procedures, manage inventory, and support weekly equipment maintenance.
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be physically present in the clinic for all duties, including patient care, CPR, and emergency procedures.
• Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, perform moderate to heavy physical effort, and be adaptable to standing, walking, and assisting patients for extended periods.
• Must have sufficient sensory acuity (vision, hearing, touch) for patient assessment, equipment monitoring, and emergency response.
• Flexible with evening, weekend, and holiday shifts as necessary to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Attributes

• Proficient in electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Compassionate and skilled in providing patient-centered care, especially in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Licensure: Current valid state license to practice nursing in Virginia
• Certifications: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required
• Experience: Minimum one year in pediatric nursing; experience in Emergency/Urgent Care is highly preferred
  
  

Hours Of Operation

Monday-Thursday: 1p-9p

Friday: 1p-8p

Saturday and Sunday: 10a-8p

Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Accident/Disability
• AD & D
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Legal Resources
  
  

Join our dedicated team and be part of a welcoming environment where you can make a meaningful impact on patient care!