Registered Nurse - Inpatient Pediatrics
Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care · Normal, IL · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Outpatient Infusion Department/Pediatric Unit provides exceptional nursing care to patients from pediatric to adult age groups in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Responsibilities
- Performing initial assessments and developing individualized care plans based on patient and family needs.
- Implementing nursing interventions, administering medications, and managing procedures such as dressing changes, catheter insertions, and IV starts.
- Monitoring patient intake and output, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring safety protocols.
- Communicating effectively with the healthcare team, reporting high-alert lab results, and collaborating to optimize patient outcomes.
- Serving as a mandated reporter for suspected abuse or neglect and providing constructive feedback to colleagues.
Qualifications
- Current RN license (IDFPR) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within one year.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- College diploma in nursing, with experience in pediatric and infusion care preferred.
- Strong communication, documentation, and safety awareness skills.