Job Description: Pediatric Nurse
Position: Pediatric Nurse
Department: Healthcare and Medicine > Medicine
Location: [Specify location]
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Pediatric Nurse to join our dedicated team of healthcare professionals. As a Pediatric Nurse, you will play a critical role in providing excellent medical care to infants, children, and adolescents. Your primary responsibility will be to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate age-specific nursing care for pediatric patients and their families.
Responsibilities:
1. Conduct comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients' health status, including physical, psychological, and developmental aspects.
2. Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs, incorporating evidence-based practice guidelines.
3. Administer medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring accurate dosages and proper administration techniques.
4. Monitor and document patient progress, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in health status or adverse reactions.
5. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate and provide holistic care, ensuring continuity and quality of care.
6. Educate patients, families, and caregivers on disease management, prevention, and health promotion strategies specific to pediatric patients.
7. Perform nursing procedures, such as wound care, IV administration, and specimen collection, adhering to established protocols and infection control measures.
8. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including medical history, treatments administered, and nursing interventions.
9. Advocate for patients and families, ensuring their rights, preferences, and cultural beliefs are considered in the care planning process.
10. Participate in professional development activities to enhance knowledge and skills in pediatric nursing.
Qualifications and Skills:
1. Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.
2. Current and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in [State].
3. Minimum [X] years of experience as a Pediatric Nurse in a healthcare setting.
4. Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).
5. Strong knowledge of pediatric nursing principles, practices, and standards of care.
6. Proficient in conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
7. Excellent clinical skills, including medication administration, wound care, and IV therapy.
8. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
9. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
10. Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate and patient-centered care to pediatric patients.
11. Proficient in using electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other healthcare technology.
12. Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy.
13. Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Pediatric Nurse role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.