PCU/Peds Nurse (RN)

Job Description:

Seeking a talented Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team on the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Pediatrics.

This position works under general supervision while assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care required to meet the needs of the patient.

Job duties include (but not limited to):

• Performs complete patient assessments and communicates to the providers.
• Documents and maintains accurate nursing records.
• Functions as patient advocate between patient, physicians, other healthcare providers, administration, etc., as needed, and interacts professionally with patients and family members.
• Initiates diagnostic, preventative and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate to the patient's care and safety.
• Administers medications to patients in accordance with approved standards of nursing knowledge and competency, based on age of patient, patient's clinical condition and physician orders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

EDUCATION: Associate Degree in Nursing required (Bachelor's preferred). 

EXPERIENCE:  Previous clinical experience in progressive care unit is preferred.

CERTIFICATE, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: BLS certification required.  Current registered nursing (RN) license or Temporary permit from the State of NE required. Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class and ACLS within 1 year of employment is required. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.