Pediatric Registered Nurse

One Community Health•Sacramento, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Pediatric Registered Nurse provides direct care to a diverse pediatric patient population across the continuum of care. This on-site role is primarily based at the Midtown location in Sacramento, California. Schedules are either four 10-hour days (7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m. or 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.) or five 8-hour days, Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). The role includes a rotating Saturday schedule to support patient access and clinic operations. The nurse assesses, plans, and carries out pediatric care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team; documents patient interactions in the electronic medical record; conducts protocol-based in-person and telephone triage; and provides care to patients from neonates through adolescence. The nurse coordinates follow-up after hospital and emergency room visits, reviews laboratory and imaging results, educates patients and families, administers medications and immunizations, performs ordered procedures, and responds to medical emergencies. The position also advocates for patients and families, coordinates appointments and patient communications, and provides leadership and task oversight for clinical support staff. As a member of the One Community Health team, the nurse collaborates with clinical and non-clinical staff to support proactive, coordinated care, including participation in daily huddles, care conferences, and training sessions. The role includes participation in quality improvement activities and annual quality improvement training.

Requirements

Associate degree in nursing.
Current active California license to practice as a registered nurse.
Familiarity with pediatric vaccine management.
Active CPR and BLS certification.
Two years of pediatric clinical experience.
Ability to collaborate effectively across a broad spectrum of backgrounds and perspectives.
Demonstrated person-centered approach and familiarity with trauma-informed systems and restorative practices.

Nice To Haves

One year of pediatric acute care experience preferred.
Bachelor of Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, and carry out interventions in pediatric patient care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team.
Document detailed, systematic medical notes and pertinent professional interactions in the electronic medical record, completing required documentation comprehensively and promptly.
Conduct in-person and telephone triage and advice using protocols approved by the Medical Director and compliant with clinic policy.
Provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients from neonate through adolescence.
Coordinate post-hospital and emergency room follow-up appointments.
Review laboratory and imaging results, including results related to chronic diseases and sexual health.
Educate and counsel patients and families on chronic disease management, medication adherence, preventive care, and wellness.
Administer medications and immunizations as ordered by qualified clinicians, including oral, inhaled, intramuscular, intravenous, and intradermal routes.
Perform ordered procedures and patient care, including venipuncture, wound care, and port flushes.
Respond to medical emergencies and provide interventions as needed and in accordance with organizational policy.
Advocate for pediatric patients and families within the care team and with community partners.
Schedule patient follow-ups and specialty appointments; coordinate and follow up on patient calls and EHR messages within protocol-driven timelines.
Provide leadership to clinical support staff, including medical assistants and licensed vocational nurses, and provide pediatric care expertise to other clinical staff.
Delegate tasks as appropriate within scope of practice and oversee delegated tasks to ensure they are completed appropriately and on time.
Support team members in continuity of care for One Community Health patients.
Communicate critical assessment data and observations professionally; identify conflicts and seek consultation for professional resolution.
Collaborate with clinicians, clinic staff, and laboratory staff, and participate in daily team huddles, care conferences, and training sessions.
Participate in quality improvement activities, including annual quality improvement training.