What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Registered Nurse position at Pediatric Associates of Austin, P.A.?
Registered Nurse (RN)
We are a busy pediatric practice located in central Austin seeking a full time registered nurse available to work 8 hours per day, Monday - Friday between 8:00AM - 6:00PM and rotating weekends between 8:30AM - 12:30PM and/or 6:30pm - 9:30pm.
Our nurses work alongside an incredible team of experienced registered nurses, physicians and pediatric nurse practitioners in a private clinic that was established in 1976.
Responsibilities include:
- To collaborate as a medical team to devise individualized care plans for patients
- Perform routine procedures (blood pressure measurements, administering injections etc.) and fill in patients’ charts
- Adjust and administer patient’s medication and provide treatments according to physician’s orders
- Provide patient and parent support by answering medical questions, providing guidance, returning patient calls and scheduling appointments.
- Document advice given and seek advice from providers when appropriate.
- Inspect the clinic and act to maintain excellent hygiene and safety (decontaminating equipment, sanitizing surfaces, etc.)
- Provide instant medical care in emergencies
- Foster a supportive and compassionate environment to care for patients and their families
Qualifications and Skills
- A minimum of 1 year in pediatrics as a registered nurse
- Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
- Excellent knowledge of emergency care
- In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures (sanitation, decontamination etc.) and willingness to follow them at all times
- A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Responsible and compassionate
- Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Patient with excellent problem-solving skills
- BS or other diploma from a nursing program
- Valid nursing license