Nemours Children's Health
Registered Nurse-Pike Creek
Nemours Children's Health, Wilmington, Delaware, us, 19894
Job Description
Nemours is seeking an RN for our Pike Creek Location.
The Registered Nurse is a clinically competent practitioner of pediatric, family centered nursing care. The nurse provides safe nursing care to the pediatric primary care patients with minimal guidance and bases practice on identified principles and standards of care. The RN is responsible for daily patient care, assessment, and treatment in collaboration with the clinical medical provider. The RN must be competent in caring for patients with moderate to complex heath issues. Assists nurse manager or Office manager with administrative issues which affect the clinical practices within the office as well as comply with the administrative policies and clinical protocols.
Essential FunctionsFollow the nursing process to deliver care: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.Synthesizes patient assessments data and recognizes complex situations prior to communicating with the care team.Documentation reflects ongoing evaluation and effectiveness of patient care.Provides care that meets professional standards of practice and meets regulatory requirements.Safely administers medications and medications as prescribed by the provider.Triages patient's calls utilizing Barton Schmidt pediatric protocols, national teleheath standards and clinical advice from the clinical provider.Assists the clinical provider with in office procedures within the scope of the nurse's license.Performs phlebotomy to obtain blood specimens and back office laboratory tests.Provides age and developmentally appropriate care to primary care patients.Non-Essential Functions
Participates in promoting quality, efficient and cost effective care.Manages own time to accomplish direct/indirect care in a cost efficient manner.Able to identify own learning needs. Seeks out opportunities to meet needs and attends all required programs.Collaborates with family, team members and other caregivers to initiate plan of care and provide patient education.Performance Skills
Basic computer competency, including the effective use of patient care devices, computer software programs such as e-mail and shared network file space.Information literacy, including the effective use of the internet, Nemours intranet, Kids Health website, to find electronic resources for patient care, nursing practice and evidence -based decision making.Communicates clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.Role models appearance and behaviors that promote a positive image of nursing.Provides an accurate patient status report to members of the team that reflect nursing interventions and patient outcomes.Knowledge, Formal Education, and Training
Registered Nurse requiredBSN required within 3 years of hireLicense and Certification
Valid Nursing License in the state of Delaware requiredCertified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) preferredBLS from American Heart Association requiredExperience:
1-3 years of primary care experience preferred1-3 years of pediatric experience preferred
About Us
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Please click here to review Nemours Anti-Racism Statement (nemours.org).
To learn more about Nemours and our commitment to treat every child as if they were our own, visit us at www.nemours.org.
About the Team
At Nemours, Nursing is more than just a department, it is a philosophy embodied by every Nursing Associate - that we are shared guardians of children's health and joy. Our nurses have a gift for caring for children and the needs of their families.
Our nurses support an environment of opportunity for personal growth and professional development, teaching each other, and our patients and families important aspects of care.
Throughout Nemours, in our hospitals, specialty care clinics, and in outpatient and inpatient settings, our nurses use their expertise and knowledge to translate research into evidence-based practice, continuously improving the safety and quality of our family-centered care.
Nemours is seeking an RN for our Pike Creek Location.
The Registered Nurse is a clinically competent practitioner of pediatric, family centered nursing care. The nurse provides safe nursing care to the pediatric primary care patients with minimal guidance and bases practice on identified principles and standards of care. The RN is responsible for daily patient care, assessment, and treatment in collaboration with the clinical medical provider. The RN must be competent in caring for patients with moderate to complex heath issues. Assists nurse manager or Office manager with administrative issues which affect the clinical practices within the office as well as comply with the administrative policies and clinical protocols.
Essential FunctionsFollow the nursing process to deliver care: assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.Synthesizes patient assessments data and recognizes complex situations prior to communicating with the care team.Documentation reflects ongoing evaluation and effectiveness of patient care.Provides care that meets professional standards of practice and meets regulatory requirements.Safely administers medications and medications as prescribed by the provider.Triages patient's calls utilizing Barton Schmidt pediatric protocols, national teleheath standards and clinical advice from the clinical provider.Assists the clinical provider with in office procedures within the scope of the nurse's license.Performs phlebotomy to obtain blood specimens and back office laboratory tests.Provides age and developmentally appropriate care to primary care patients.Non-Essential Functions
Participates in promoting quality, efficient and cost effective care.Manages own time to accomplish direct/indirect care in a cost efficient manner.Able to identify own learning needs. Seeks out opportunities to meet needs and attends all required programs.Collaborates with family, team members and other caregivers to initiate plan of care and provide patient education.Performance Skills
Basic computer competency, including the effective use of patient care devices, computer software programs such as e-mail and shared network file space.Information literacy, including the effective use of the internet, Nemours intranet, Kids Health website, to find electronic resources for patient care, nursing practice and evidence -based decision making.Communicates clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.Role models appearance and behaviors that promote a positive image of nursing.Provides an accurate patient status report to members of the team that reflect nursing interventions and patient outcomes.Knowledge, Formal Education, and Training
Registered Nurse requiredBSN required within 3 years of hireLicense and Certification
Valid Nursing License in the state of Delaware requiredCertified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) preferredBLS from American Heart Association requiredExperience:
1-3 years of primary care experience preferred1-3 years of pediatric experience preferred
About Us
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Please click here to review Nemours Anti-Racism Statement (nemours.org).
To learn more about Nemours and our commitment to treat every child as if they were our own, visit us at www.nemours.org.
About the Team
At Nemours, Nursing is more than just a department, it is a philosophy embodied by every Nursing Associate - that we are shared guardians of children's health and joy. Our nurses have a gift for caring for children and the needs of their families.
Our nurses support an environment of opportunity for personal growth and professional development, teaching each other, and our patients and families important aspects of care.
Throughout Nemours, in our hospitals, specialty care clinics, and in outpatient and inpatient settings, our nurses use their expertise and knowledge to translate research into evidence-based practice, continuously improving the safety and quality of our family-centered care.