Registered Nurse - Pediatrics

Planned Systems International, Inc.•Tacoma, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

QuarterLine (QL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to provide high-quality, comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients in the Pediatric Unit at Madigan Army Medical Center (MAMC), Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Tacoma, Washington. The role includes assessing patients, developing and updating care plans, administering medications and IV therapies, monitoring blood and blood products, collecting laboratory specimens, and managing specialized equipment and treatments. The nurse also provides catheter, NG, OG, GT, GJ, and ostomy care, along with direct care such as positioning, ambulation, transportation, hygiene, and feeding. The RN must recognize changes in patient condition, identify potential complications, and take appropriate corrective action. The position requires clear communication and collaboration with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals, as well as accurate patient reporting and documentation. The RN works within their scope of practice and may assist in other MAMC clinical areas as needed. This position is at Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Tacoma, WA 98431; telework is not allowed. Duty schedules may include day, evening, or night shifts, with specified schedules ranging from early morning through overnight. Four-hour shifts may be implemented if needed by the unit. The role is performed under a personal services arrangement and requires meeting government qualification, credentialing, security, and onboarding requirements.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
At least an associate degree in nursing from a school accredited by ACEN and/or CCNE. For education outside the United States, CGFNS reports are accepted for overseas degree verification.
BLS certification.
ACLS certification.
PALS certification.
Current unrestricted RN license.
At least one year of qualifying Registered Nurse experience in Pediatrics within the past two years.
Must pass a TB test.
Subject to a background/security investigation.
Willingness to comply with DHA vaccination requirements.
Pre-employment drug screening.
Must maintain good personal hygiene and present a well-groomed, professional appearance in accordance with policy at the place of performance.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive assessment and total care for pediatric patients.
Administer complex treatments, including IV push medications.
Monitor invasive and non-invasive equipment and evaluate fluid balance and laboratory results.
Develop and update individualized patient care plans.
Provide and receive patient reports and communicate with nurses and physicians.
Administer and monitor IV fluids, blood, and blood products.
Perform catheter, NG, OG, GT, GJ, and ostomy care.
Perform IV placements, laboratory draws, and specimen collection through appropriate routes.
Change IV fluids and tubing while identifying and addressing potential complications.
Administer medications through oral, IM, SQ, IV, and topical routes.
Provide direct pediatric care, including lifting, turning, ambulating, transporting, positioning, hygiene, dressing, and feeding.
Work within scope of practice and assist in other MAMC clinical areas as needed.

Benefits

Paid leave.
Employer-sponsored group medical insurance options.
Dental insurance options.
Vision insurance options.
Short-term disability coverage.
Long-term disability coverage.
Life insurance.
AD&D coverage.
Legal services.
Identity theft coverage.
Accident insurance.
Flexible spending account and health savings account options with pre-tax savings for qualified expenses.
Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution match that is immediately vested.
Professional courses and certifications.
Tuition reimbursement programs.