RN, Registered Nurse - Pediatrics

Key Responsibilities

• Supports physicians in meeting the medical needs of patients.
• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms and prepares them for physicians.
• Takes vital signs, records medical history/symptoms, ensures medical chart/lab test results are available and complete.
• Performs telephone triage, patient education, handles physician and pharmacy calls, sets up appointments, arranges hospital tests or admissions.
• Administers immunizations and minor treatments as prescribed; documents all such activities in the chart.
• Cleans and stocks patient examination rooms; cleans and prepares instruments for procedures; keeps a list of needed medical supplies.
• Completes paperwork such as ordering lab tests, x-rays, school/work notes, etc.; cleans and sterilizes equipment; checks and restocks medication cabinet as necessary.
• Responds to patient questions and concerns as liaison between physician and patient; reports all test results to the patient as directed by the physician.
• Performs OSHA controls as required. Assists in performing narcotic count.
• Performs other projects and duties as related to department objectives.

Qualifications

• Current IL RN licensure.
• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program.
• CPR certification.
• One year of professional nursing experience in a clinical or hospital setting preferred, but new grads may be considered under specific circumstances.

Pay

Compensation includes a base pay range of $27.00-38.50, with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.