Registered Nurse - Pediatrics
About The Position
About South Boston Community Health Center South Boston Community Health Center (SBCHC) is a mission-driven, community-based health organization committed to providing high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to individuals and families. We serve a diverse patient population and are dedicated to advancing health equity, collaboration, and excellence in care. Our employees play a vital role in supporting our mission and the communities we serve. Work Environment & Culture SBCHC offers a fast-paced, team-oriented healthcare environment that values respect, collaboration, and continuous learning. Employees work closely with interdisciplinary teams and are expected to demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and a commitment to patient-centered care. We strive to create an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to grow. Position Summary The Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) provides high-quality nursing care and care coordination for pediatric patients within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Primary responsibilities include telephone and walk-in triage, management of electronic patient communications through the electronic health record (EHR) patient portal (e.g., MyChart), administration of immunizations and medications, and support of pediatric providers in delivering comprehensive, family-centered care. The Pediatric RN serves as an essential member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, promoting patient education, preventive health services, and timely access to care for infants, children, adolescents, and their families.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and computer-based documentation.
- Knowledge of pediatric growth and development.
- Ability to assess and prioritize patient needs in a fast-paced outpatient environment.
- Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to provide compassionate, family-centered care.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations and interdisciplinary teams.
- Ability to bend, pull and carry up to 70 pounds
Nice To Haves
- 1-2+ years of Registered Nurse experience, preferably in pediatrics, ambulatory care, primary care, family practice, community health, or an FQHC setting.
- Experience performing pediatric telephone triage.
- Experience managing patient portal communications (e.g., MyChart messages).
- Familiarity with pediatric immunization schedules and vaccine administration.
Responsibilities
- Work as an integral part of the community health primary care team to manage the medical care of patients from a diverse mix of age, race, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
- Administer pediatric immunizations in accordance with AAP, state, and organizational guidelines.
- Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and injections as ordered by providers.
- Perform nursing assessments and obtain vital signs as needed.
- Prepare patients and families for examinations, procedures, and treatments.
- Assist providers with clinical procedures and examinations.
- Conduct telephone triage for pediatric patients using established protocols and nursing judgment.
- Assess symptoms, determine urgency of care needs, and provide evidence-based clinical guidance/disposition.
- Coordinate same-day, urgent, and routine appointments as clinically appropriate.
- Escalate complex or urgent concerns to providers and other members of the care team.
- Document all patient interactions accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Manage and respond to patient portal messages (e.g., MyChart) within established organizational timeframes.
- Address clinical questions, medication refill requests, laboratory result follow-up, and other patient concerns within the RN scope of practice.
- Collaborate with providers to ensure appropriate follow-up and continuity of care.
- Document all electronic communications according to organizational standards.
- Provide education regarding childhood illnesses, medications, immunizations, preventive care, and treatment plans.
- Support health literacy by delivering culturally sensitive and age-appropriate education.
- Reinforce provider recommendations and promote adherence to treatment plans.
- Coordinate referrals, specialist follow-up, and diagnostic testing as needed.
- Collaborate with providers, medical assistants, care managers, and community resources to support comprehensive patient care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health activities, as applicable.
- Assist with outreach efforts related to immunizations, well-child visits, and chronic disease management.
- Maintain compliance with FQHC, organizational, state, federal, and nursing practice standards.
- Support infection prevention and patient safety initiatives.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely documentation in the EHR.
- Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuing education activities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off, holidays, and sick time.
- Retirement plan options.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Other benefits in accordance with employment status and union agreements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
