Responsibilities:

• This position is responsible for providing direct and indirect professional nursing care for pediatric patients following established standards and practices.
• Assists physicians and staff in coordinating patient care.
• Functions as primary liaison between patients, parents/ guardians and physician.
• Provides general nursing care to patients, including administering prescribed medications, vaccinations, and treatments in accordance with nursing standards
• Prepares equipment, supplies, and aids physicians during treatment, examination, and testing patients.
• Dispenses medication as directed. Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physician
• Educates patients and families regarding diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition and maintenance of health and wellness
• Maintains and reviews patient records
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
• Participates in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes. Tracks quality assurance data and monitors for acute and chronic care management.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, training and continuing education.
• Performs other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

RN Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate Degree of Applied Science in Nursing from an Accredited school
• NC State License