What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Care Nurse (RN | Full Time) position at Navian Hawaii?
More than a nursing job, this is a position with a higher purpose - where you impact people's lives on a personal, human level. As a Navian Hawaii Pediatric Care Nurse, you will guide patients and their family on their journey, delivering comfort and support with a caring heart, replacing fear with hope, helping them find the beauty and joy in every moment, and providing each person with the kindness and dignity they deserve.
Position Summary
The Pediatric Care Nurse has the primary responsibility of providing care to patients and families on Navian Hawaii's Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Care Program.
Primary Responsibilities for Pediatrics
- Works with the physician and the Interdisciplinary Group to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the plan of care for patients and their caregivers
- Functions as primary nurse within the framework of an Interdisciplinary Group providing essential patient care
- Utilizes principles of palliative care and holistic philosophy to provide holistic care
- The NCM's plans reflect skilled nursing judgment, medical necessity, measurable patient/caregiver objectives and reasonable goals
- Provides case management services to best benefit patients and caregivers
- Care provided reflects compliance with federal and state regulations, along with Navian Hawaii's policies and procedures
- Documents all nursing and case management activities in accordance with hospice protocol and keeps attending physician informed of changes in patient condition
- Requests support services from other Interdisciplinary Group members as appropriate
- Demonstrates good judgment in seeking and accepting guidance; facilitates clear and honest communication with other team members
- NCM will ensure any follow up needs will be communicated to the after-hours team at the end of the day
Knowledge and Skills Requirements
- Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment in planning and providing care. Flexible and organized in planning
- Ability to learn electronic medical records systems
- Valid driver's license and use of personal, insured, registered vehicle meeting Hawaii safety standards
- Ability to set priorities, research, problem-solve and make independent decisions with minimal supervision by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions within the scope of the job
- Must be able to multi-task with the ability to meet multiple deadlines and possess strong organizational, planning and follow-through skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively with all levels of individuals
Experience and Educational Requirements
- Valid Hawaii RN License
- BSN preferred
- 2 years of clinical experience in hospice and/or home health nursing preferred
- 2 years of clinical pediatric experience preferred
Working Conditions
- Indoors in an air-conditioned office as well as outdoors in all types of weather
- Travel throughout Oahu and work on-site in numerous care settings including patient homes
Employment Requirements
All offers of employment at Navian Hawaii are contingent on a candidate's successful completion of certain requirements which include:
- A legally compliant background check
- Drug Screen & Physical Exam
- COVID Vaccination
- TB Clearance
- RN License
- Providing copies of valid Vehicle information such as auto insurance, inspection and registration
- CPR Certificate
Hours
- Generally, Mondays through Fridays, 8:00 am through 4:30 pm
Salary Range
- $95,000 To $102,000 Annually
Salary : $95,000 - $102,000