RN/LPN - Days or Nights - Pediatric Complex Medical (Part-Time)

ChildServe•Johnston, IA

About The Position

ChildServe is seeking a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse for its inpatient Pediatric Complex Medical program. The program provides around-the-clock care in a warm, family-centered setting for infants through age 14 who are unable to live at home because of complex medical needs. Nurses deliver care within their scope of practice, physician’s orders, and each child’s care plan. The position is part-time, with either day or night schedules: two shifts per week and every third weekend. Day shifts are listed as 6 a.m.–6:30 a.m.; night shifts are 6 p.m.–6:30 a.m. The role is benefit-eligible.

Requirements

Current valid Iowa license as an RN or LPN.
Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 90 days and before working independently.
Ability to lift up to 35 lbs., move around clinic areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
Ability to communicate effectively in English through reading, writing, and speaking.

Responsibilities

Make decisions and deliver a full range of nursing care based on the fundamentals of the nursing process, within the nursing scope of practice, physician’s orders, and the care plan.
Maintain accurate, complete, and timely records in accordance with nursing standards of practice and ChildServe policies and procedures.
Communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with residents, physicians, families, school personnel, ChildServe staff, and others to ensure each assigned child’s care needs are assessed, communicated, and met.
Provide training to patients, families, and staff as needed to advance the skills and knowledge of people involved in a child’s care.
Demonstrate good stewardship of ChildServe equipment, supplies, and environment.