Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Pediatrics

Advocate Health • Greensboro, NC

20h • $36 - $53

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides outpatient pediatric nursing care at Wake Forest Health Network: Greensboro Green Valley - Pediatrics: General. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, collaborates with the care team, and promotes safe, evidence-based care.

The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and a one-hour lunch. The nurse may administer medications, treatments, and therapies; document care in the EHR; delegate appropriately; and may be asked to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. Care must be appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active, unrestricted RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state or states where nursing services are provided.
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in clinical nursing.
• 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 when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to 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, with 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Responsibilities

• Engage 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 through the continuum of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
• May float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, as described in 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 for eligible shifts and on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and the opportunity for annual performance-based increases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed