Children's Physicians - La Vista - Staff RN (3 days/week + rotating Sat.)

Children's Nebraska • La Vista, NE

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct and indirect nursing care based on established patient care protocol and the nursing process. Coordinates with team members to provide a team-based approached to care. Hours and location may vary based on patient needs.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience. If incumbent has less than 1 year of RN experience, must commit to work full time in a Nurse Residency Program. Required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of Nebraska Upon Hire Required or RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of Iowa (if the incumbent works in Iowa) Upon Hire Required
• BLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Upon Hire Required
• Excellent skills in communication, listening, customer service, organization.
• Excellent clinical skills providing direct and indirect nursing care in an office setting.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills.
• Ability to type, navigate an electronic system, and adapt to changes in workflows as they occur.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing Preferred
• Previous pediatric nursing experience Preferred
• Previous experience with EPIC Preferred
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred based on clinic location Required
• Travel to other Children’s Physician clinics, may be Required

Responsibilities

• Performs treatments, procedures, and medication / immunization administration in a professional and compassionate manner according to organization policy and procedures.
• Completes an accurate assessment of physical, mental, emotional, developmental and social conditions when interviewing all patients and families in the office and on the telephone.
• Coordinates the scheduling of diagnostic tests and procedures with the patient /family, other physicians/hospitals and insurance providers as determined by the needs of the patient.
• Coordinates, provides, and appropriately documents patient and family education.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and provides care based on age-specific or developmental milestones for infants, toddlers, preschool, school age, and adolescents according to organization protocols
• Completes all required patient care documentation in an accurate and timely manner within the electronic medical record according to organization's policy and procedures.
• Responds appropriately in crisis situations or life-threatening emergencies
• Directs other team members in the delivery of nursing care as determined by the needs of the office and the direction of the office manager or physicians.
• Demonstrates proficiency and use of critical thinking skills when performing phone triage.
• Fulfills expectation of complete and accurate phone documentation by utilizing EMR workflows as directed. Returns phone calls within determined response time ranges.
• Maintain up to date knowledge and compliance with laboratory standards and guidelines as directed.
• Promotes and encourages use of Children’s Connect by communicating with parents via online portal whenever feasible.
• Takes ownership of quality metrics as a reflection of our commitment to continuously improving the quality of care for all patients. Works quality reports as directed, utilizing appropriate established workflows.
• Maintains clean and professional appearance of exam rooms at all times.
• Maintains supply and linen levels appropriately.
• Attends required meetings and educational sessions as directed.
• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
• Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children.
• Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

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