Pediatric RN
New York, NY
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus

Job Overview: Pediatric Clinical Nurse

Position Details

• Specialty: RN - Pediatrics
• Employment Type: Contract
• Location: Mount Sinai Health System, New York, NY
• Contract Length: 96 days

Job Description

The Pediatric Clinical Nurse is responsible for providing safe, competent, and quality care to pediatric patients and their families. Key responsibilities include:

Patient Care

• Deliver patient care using the nursing process based on theory, research, and evidence-based practices.
• Assess and evaluate patient care needs, applying critical thinking in patient management.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement care plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers about their care plans, health promotion, and disease prevention.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.

Patient Experience

• Model the tenets of Relationship Centered Care.
• Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Address patient concerns and initiate service recovery as needed.
• Conduct purposeful rounding to enhance patient experience.

Quality and Safety

• Practice safe, patient-centered care and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Engage in quality improvement projects and nursing research.
• Collaborate with teams to implement evidence-based practices and ensure compliance with safety measures.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Must be a licensed registered nurse in New York State.
• Experience: Relevant clinical competence in pediatric nursing; pediatric experience is required.
• Skills:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and solve problems.
  • Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking).
  • Physical and mental health necessary to care for acutely ill patients.
  • Manual dexterity for clinical procedures (e.g., venipuncture, CPR).
  • Proficient in electronic medical record documentation.

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) required.

This position is ideal for healthcare professionals looking to make a significant impact in pediatric nursing within a reputable healthcare system.