RN - Pediatrics Full Time, Night Shift

Adventist Health • San Luis Obispo, CA

10h

About The Position

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been
providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility
includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma
center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being
a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural
hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees.
Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and
an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary:

Provides for the planning, coordination, and provision of nursing care to
patients in the Pediatric Unit on specified shifts. This position is responsible
for care planning, medication administration, noting of physiological changes,
and psychosocial needs of pediatric patients as well as the education/training
of the patient and their family. Supervises and delegates care responsibilities
to ancillary personnel commensurate with their scope of practice and will be
cross trained and float to NICU. This position is represented by CNA.

Requirements

• Associate Degree(A.S.) or equivalent: Required
• Two years Pediatric Nursing experience: Required
• Current RN license in state of practice: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS OR HS-PALS OR RQIPALS) certification: Required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification: Required
• Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice: Required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing: Preferred
• Previous experience with newborns requiring step-down care: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate nursing interventions for both stable and acutely ill pediatric patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge & skills in the care and management of the pediatric patients requiring ventilatory support devices/procedures
• Provides appropriate psychosocial support to families/caregivers throughout the pediatric patient's hospitalization.
• Educates patients and families/caregivers regarding the pediatric patient's care to include in-hospital care as well as care after discharge.
• Completes legible, accurate and timely documentation of all nursing care provided, including evaluation of the pediatric patient's response to medications, treatments & procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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