Registered Nurse - Pediatric Neurology - RN

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

1d • $36 - $59

About The Position

The Outpatient Neurology RN works with pediatric patients with neurological concerns and provides family-centered care in close collaboration with neurologists in an outpatient setting. The role involves working with a vagal nerve stimulator.

The RN coordinates nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across settings and throughout the continuum of care, and plans, implements, evaluates, and communicates all phases of care for assigned patients in accordance with the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model and ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice.

The RN provides leadership through precepting, formal and informal leadership activities, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and resource availability. The role also calls for strong communication, mentoring, and teaching skills, and may include participation on committees or projects.

New graduate nurses are directed to apply through the Nurse Residency Program. This position is eligible for TN sponsorship; successful sponsorship requires state licensure and completion of VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Requirements

• Graduate of a nursing program recognized by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA.
• At least one year of RN experience.
• Current RN license meeting applicable state requirements before the start date.
• Valid BLS certification for 90 days after the start date; accepted providers include AHA/Heartcode BLS, Military Training Network, or Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers.
• Additional state licensure and/or specialty certification or training as required by the work area.
• Excellent organizational and verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Computer skills and the ability to adapt to unpredictable situations in the work setting.
• Demonstrated leadership, effective communication, and excellent critical-thinking skills.
• Entry-level associate degree RNs must provide documented evidence of baccalaureate nursing program completion according to the applicable deadline and degree requirement program.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of acute inpatient RN experience.
• Pediatric experience.
• Neurology experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Prior experience with electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing care, including direct patient care, patient and family education, and transitions of care.
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate all phases of nursing care for assigned patients.
• Provide family-centered care to pediatric patients with neurological concerns in collaboration with outpatient neurologists.
• Work with the vagal nerve stimulator.
• Support professional nursing practice across practice settings and the continuum of care.
• Provide leadership through precepting, formal and informal leadership activities, and quality improvement efforts.
• Delegate patient care based on skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability, and available resources.
• Mentor and teach, and potentially participate in committees or projects.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Affordable vision plan with a national network.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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