Registered Nurse - Alma

Pediatrics Plus•Alma, AR

18h

About The Position

Pediatrics Plus is a specialized pediatric healthcare provider committed to supporting children through evidence-based therapy and education, diagnostic services, specialized facilities and equipment, family support, and community investment. The Registered Nurse oversees medical needs at the site level of the Developmental Preschool program in coordination with site and regional leadership. The role provides nursing services, monitors health and safety, supports families and team members, maintains medical records and supplies, and helps ensure compliance with applicable requirements. The position serves children from birth to age 18 and their families.

Requirements

Current, unrestricted registered nursing license approved by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing.
Knowledge of basic nursing services, including tube feeds, catheterizations, diabetic management, and seizure management.
Knowledge of common pediatric developmental conditions and pediatric emergency management.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people.
Ability to work with clients from birth to age 18 and families who are at risk.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy.
Working knowledge of keyboarding, databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and Internet software.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy environment.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, policies, and other company documents.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of families or team members.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or diagram-based instructions.
Must dress appropriately and comply with company dress-code policies.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and complete tasks in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee medical aspects and needs at the site level of the Developmental Preschool program with site and regional leadership.
Monitor all aspects of health and safety.
Complete initial and annual training on client health and safety, including daily care and emergency care.
Provide daily nursing services as prescribed by a licensed physician.
Be available for preschool health-related needs, including sicknesses, accidents, and incidents.
Perform nursing assessments as indicated for EIDT children.
Maintain current immunization records and waiver forms for each client.
Request medical records from doctors and facilities as needed.
Ensure billing for nursing services is completed accurately and on time.
Maintain preschool-specific medical supplies.
Respond to parents' health-related questions and concerns and involve the Sr. Director in concerns that cannot be resolved immediately or easily.
Attend multidisciplinary conferences upon request and administrative meetings, providing input on policies and procedures.
Assist with new-hire orientation on health and safety issues and provide relevant training to team members as needed.
Participate in one-on-one meetings with the leader.
Monitor for potential abuse or neglect and follow required DHS reporting guidelines for suspected issues.
Review the preschool to ensure compliance with health-related Arkansas Childcare Licensing and EIDT requirements.
Assist with referrals for additional health-related services or specialties.