RN - Pediatrics
About The Position
Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring a Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN). You’ll be part of a dedicated team providing care to infants, children, and adolescents. We welcome applications from both new graduates and experienced RNs! New graduates have the opportunity to participate in our mandatory residency program, which includes monthly seminars led by the Nurse Residency Team, peer-to-peer debriefing sessions, support groups/mentoring, and rounding. The Nurse Residency Program is an added benefit designed to support your transition into practice. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department • EPIC electronic charting system
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Nursing
- State of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License
- BLS certification REQUIRED at time of hire
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric Experience Preferred or Previous Healthcare Experience Preferred
Responsibilities
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring Conduct physical exams, measure vital signs, and review medical histories across all developmental stages—from newborns to adolescents.
- Administering Medications & Treatments Safely deliver medications (oral, IV, injections), perform immunizations, and handle routine medical procedures. Continuously monitor patients for reactions
- Care Planning & Coordination Collaborate with pediatricians, specialists, and social workers to create and implement individualized care plans and follow-up strategies.
- Developmental Monitoring Observe and track growth and developmental milestones, adjusting care based on the child’s age and health condition.
- Education & Emotional Support Provide parents and caregivers with instructions on disease prevention, home care, and medical equipment use. Offer emotional and psychological support during hospital stays or treatments.
- Documentation & Compliance Accurately document patient observations, interventions, medication administration, and outcomes in compliance with legal and institutional standards.
- Infection Control & Safe Environment Maintain clean, safe care settings, follow sanitation protocols, and ensure equipment is prepared and functioning properly.
Benefits
- Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
- Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
- Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
- Malpractice liability insurance
- Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
- EPIC electronic charting system
- Wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
