RN Pediatric Full-time
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Children's Physicians - Kearney - Staff RN

Job Description

4 days/ week. Occasional weekend.

At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview

Provides direct and indirect nursing care based on established patient care protocol and the nursing process. Coordinates with team members to provide a team-based approached to care. Hours and location may vary based on patient needs.

Essential Functions

  • Performs treatments, procedures, and medication / immunization administration in a professional and compassionate manner according to organization policy and procedures.
  • Completes an accurate assessment of physical, mental, emotional, developmental and social conditions when interviewing all patients and families in the office and on the telephone.
  • Coordinates the scheduling of diagnostic tests and procedures with the patient /family, other physicians/hospitals and insurance providers as determined by the needs of the patient.
  • Coordinates, provides, and appropriately documents patient and family education.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of and provides care based on age-specific or developmental milestones for infants, toddlers, preschool, school age, and adolescents according to organization protocols
  • Completes all required patient care documentation in an accurate and timely manner within the electronic medical record according to organization's policy and procedures.
  • Responds appropriately in crisis situations or life-threatening emergencies
  • Directs other team members in the delivery of nursing care as determined by the needs of the office and the direction of the office manager or physicians.
  • Demonstrates proficiency and use of critical thinking skills when performing phone triage.
  • Fulfills expectation of complete and accurate phone documentation by utilizing EMR workflows as directed. Returns phone calls within determined response time ranges.
  • Maintain up to date knowledge and compliance with laboratory standards and guidelines as directed.
  • Promotes and encourages use of Children’s Connect by communicating with parents via online portal whenever feasible.
  • Takes ownership of quality metrics as a reflection of our commitment to continuously improving the quality of care for all patients. Works quality reports as directed, utilizing appropriate established workflows.
  • Maintains clean and professional appearance of exam rooms at all times.
  • Maintains supply and linen levels appropriately.
  • Attends required meetings and educational sessions as directed.
  • Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
  • Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section

Education Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Required and
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing Preferred

Experience Qualifications

  • Minimum 1 year of RN experience. If incumbent has less than 1 year of RN experience, must commit to work full time in a Nurse Residency Program. Required and
  • Previous pediatric nursing experience Preferred and
  • Previous experience with EPIC Preferred

Skills And Abilities

  • Excellent skills in communication, listening, customer service, organization.
  • Excellent clinical skills providing direct and indirect nursing care in an office setting.
  • Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
  • Ability to type, navigate an electronic system, and adapt to changes in workflows as they occur.

Licenses and Certifications

  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of Nebraska Upon Hire Required or
  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of Iowa (if the incumbent works in Iowa) Upon Hire Required and
  • BLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Upon Hire Required
  • Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred based on clinic location Required and
  • Travel to other Children’s Physician clinics, may be Required

Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child!

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Reviews documentation and orders in EPIC and collaborates with staff to ensure that the patient’s level of observation is appropriate, and documentation is accurate and complete. Identifies patient care concerns in real time and collaborates and escalates as needed to promote resolution. Provides education and facilitates learning for the patient care team related to constant visual observation guidelines and policies, therapeutic interactions, and patient safety. Assists with consistent application of guidelines and policies across the hospital. Identifies and presents opportunities for performance/quality improvement activities to improve clinical outcomes. Assists with patient de-escalation, provides physical intervention if needed, thorough and accurate documentation, and participates in the debriefing afterwards Audits Physical Intervention documentation and assists in collecting, inputting, and sharing data in real time Delivers care with a team-oriented approach, an emphasis on good customer relations, sound clinical judgment, and appropriate decision-making abilities that take into consideration evidence-based practice. Advocates for the patient, represents the concerns of the patient/family and identifies and assists in resolving concerns. Ensures that Patient Health Information (PHI) is protected and secured at all times. Adheres to all infection prevention initiatives (i.e., hand hygiene, proper disposal of waste, etc.) Education Qualifications Associate's Degree from an accredited school of nursing Required or Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school of nursing Required Experience Qualifications 2 years of psychiatric nursing experience Preferred and Experience with pediatric patients Preferred and Previous experience with EPIC Preferred Skills And Abilities Must be able to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature, without loss of efficiency or composure, and be able to perform under stressful conditions when confronted with multiple requests, demonstrating prioritizing skills. Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of Nebraska Upon Hire Required and BLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Upon Hire Required and Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse (PMH-BC) after 2 years and/or 2000 mental health care hours Preferred Team members currently ineligible for advanced certification are strongly encouraged to pursue them upon eligibility. Children’s is an equal opportunity employer, embracing and valuing the unique strengths and differences of people. We cultivate an inclusive environment of respect and trust where we all belong. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.