Registered Nurse - Full-Time - Pediatric Clinic

We’re looking for a Registered Nurse who will deliver nursing care using the nursing process, apply clinical knowledge, and exercise independent judgment to achieve quality patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the ambulatory setting based on the nursing process and within role/scope of practice.
• Perform preliminary patient assessments through observation and chart review to facilitate follow-up with the healthcare team.
• Evaluate unstable or complex patient care situations and facilitate appropriate intervention.
• Implement clinical decisions and demonstrate appropriate use of expert peers and/or management.
• Accept accountability and use independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and delegated healthcare providers.
• Use standards of care, effective resources, and evaluate patient response in delivering care.
• Apply relevant scientific principles, established standards, and research findings in decision-making.
• Determine and revise priorities for direct/indirect patient care based on acuity and available resources.
• Use established patient care support systems, including documentation, communication, and information.
• Provide educational instruction to patients and families regarding healthcare needs.
• Identify teaching/learning needs, evaluate effectiveness, and document patient and family education.
• Assist in orienting new employees according to unit orientation plans.
• Apply knowledge from educational experiences to patient care and instruction.
• Promote professional development through mentoring, networking, and integrating staff/students into the healthcare team.
• Facilitate unit’s mission, values, and vision; manage conflict and promote open communication.
• Interact with healthcare team members to meet patient care needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state where services will be provided or current multi-state RN license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Temporary RN permits as required by state board (varies by state; see below for specifics).
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

State-Specific Temporary Permit Requirements:

• Maryland: No temporary permit issued. Must document recent graduation from a nursing school and obtain permanent RN license within 90 days of graduation.
• Ohio: No temporary permit issued. Nurses must be currently licensed.
• Pennsylvania: Current PA Registered Nurse Temporary Permit. Must obtain permanent licensure within one year of graduation.
• West Virginia: Current WV Registered Nurse Grad Permit. Must obtain permanent licensure within 180 days from graduation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Diploma, currently enrolled in a BSN program with completion within 5 years of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy/hard work requiring strength and stamina, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials/equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
• Adhere to safe patient handling guidelines: limit manual lifting to 35 pounds; use lift equipment and patient handling aids as indicated.

Working Environment

• Work closely with others in a team-based setting.
• Protracted or irregular hours may be required.
• Exposure to biohazards, infectious diseases, and electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.
• Hands may be frequently exposed to water.
• This position may cover multiple clinic locations; some travel may be required.

Schedule

Scheduled weekly hours: 40 (non-exempt).