Pediatric nurse job description

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Laredo Medical Center's (LMC) Pediatric unit is now hiring a full time (FT) Registered Nurse (RN) to work with the general pediatric population at LMC's 326 bed acute care hospital. The department is a secure, 14 bed unit in the main campus of Laredo Medical Center. Opportunities to cross-train and float to the NICU and other areas of the hospital are available and optimized in periods of fluctuating census. Both units report directly to the Director of NICU. The Hospital is located in sunny Laredo, Texas, just 150 miles south of historic San Antonio. Sign-on and relocation bonuses are available for eligible applicants! Skype or other Virtual Interviewing Processes (VIP) are available for out-of-town applicants.

*25,000 sign on bonus to eligible RNs*

-Sign On Bonus! $25,000 dollars-- Relocation Available-- Virtual Interviews-

Laredo Medical Center's (LMC) Pediatric unit is now hiring a full time (FT) Registered Nurse (RN) to work with the general pediatric population at LMC's 326 bed acute care hospital. The department is a secure, 14 bed unit in the main campus of Laredo Medical Center. Opportunities to cross-train and float to the NICU and other areas of the hospital are available and optimized in periods of fluctuating census. Both units report directly to the Director of NICU. The Hospital is located in sunny Laredo, Texas, just 150 miles south of historic San Antonio. Sign-on and relocation bonuses are available for eligible applicants! Skype or other Virtual Interviewing Processes (VIP) are available for out-of-town applicants.

Position's Purpose and Essential Functions :

• Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care.
• Assists physicians during examinations and procedures. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse.
• Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Reports to aDirector of NICU.

Minimum job requirements for education and license include an associate's degree, and must be certified as a registered nurse from an accredited school of professional nursing. Must be licensed in the State of Texas. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within this particular field.

Applicants Job Requirements Include:

• Graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Internship or 3 months experience as an RN.
• Letter of Recommendation are preferred for applicants with less than 1 year of applicable experience in nursing.
• PreferablyNICU/Pedi/Post-Partum experience as an RN, LPN or Nurse Tech
• Licensed as a R.N. by the Texas State Board of Registered Nurse Examiners. CPR, NRP and STABLE required. Some may be completed within first 90 days of hire cost-free at the Hospital.
• Must successfully pass any pre-employment assessment(s) required by the facility.
• Sign-on and relocation available for eligible candidates.

The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The SANE (Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner) is a registered professional nurse who provides exemplary specialized, trauma-informed medical forensic services to all individuals who presents with a complaint or concern of sexual assault. These services will be prompt, non-judgmental and compassionate while encouraging autonomy and reducing psychological trauma. The medical forensic services may include a medical forensic exam and evidence collection, counseling for emergency contraception, prophylactic treatment for sexually transmitted infections, photo documentation, and referrals for appropriate medical and psychological follow-up, support and participation in legal proceedings.
Responsibilities:

Acts autonomously following the professional standards as outlined by the Sexual Assault Survivors Emergency Treatment Act (SASETA), the Illinois Nurse Practice Act, the International Association of Forensic Nurses Scope and Standards of Practice, and unit specific protocols appropriate to the patient population served.

Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, including SANE coordinator, providers, imaging and therapeutic services to facilitate care of sexual assault survivor.

Maintains documentation standards with accurate, timely and complete recording and reporting to ensure compliance with SASETA.

Maintains appropriate survivor privacy and chain of custody for all evidence collected, including Illinois State Police Evidence Collection Kit (ISPECK).

Remains up to date on current regulatory and legislative guidelines related to treatment and documentation standards for sexual assault survivors.

Educates survivors and their families to meet their emotional and healthcare needs to aid in the recovery process.

Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices, reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and/or visitors.

Testifies in court as a fact witness and/or expert and assists other SANEs in preparing for court proceedings.

Provides a learning atmosphere by sharing knowledge with coworkers; participates in orientation of new staff by providing content relevant to caring for sexual assault survivors.

Supports continuous quality improvement efforts designed to enhance patient outcomes, increase patient satisfaction, and improve the overall care of sexual assault survivors

Ensures professional growth and development by participating in and utilizing current evidence-based information and keeping current with standards in Forensic and SANE nursing practice.

Maintains required medical and forensic continuing education requirements per current regulatory or legislative guidelines.

Participates in goal setting, program development and evaluation of the regional and system-wide SANE programs.

Attends monthly SANE meetings and participates in peer review.

Work Experience
Required - 2 years relevant experience working in a fast-paced, stressful environment.

Certifications

Required - Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Job Duties

• Uses the nursing process effectively in the delivery of patient care.
• Coordinates clinical operations on the unit.
• Communicates critical issues to appropriate parties.
• Manages and develops employees.
• Effectively manages resources.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.