Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Pediatrics

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Winston Salem, NC

6d

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides outpatient pediatric nursing care using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The RN engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role supports a culture of safety and continuously evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.

The RN may safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols and procedures. The position calls for effective communication, feedback, conflict resolution, collaboration, and appropriate delegation. The RN maintains accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, follows the ANA Code of Ethics, and contributes to integrated, unbiased patient care. The RN may need to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area.

The RN must provide age-appropriate care, apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan, and assess and interpret information relevant to each patient's age-specific needs. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The listed pay range is $35.50–$53.25.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active, unrestricted registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
• Typically requires 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency operating computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, including fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and bodily fluids, or communicable disease.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Licensed nurses providing telehealth, telenursing, or virtual services must be licensed or hold the privilege to practice in the state(s) where their clients are located and must comply with the applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
• Promote a culture of safety and evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately to other registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay where applicable, incentive pay for select positions, and potential annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree