Children's Physicians - RN - Kearney - Casual

Children's Nebraska; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Children's Nebraska in Kearney seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect nursing care to pediatric patients. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, administering medications, and coordinating patient education while supporting a high-quality patient care environment. Candidates must be graduates of accredited nursing schools with at least one year of RN experience preferred. Bilingual skills and pediatric experience are desirable. This role requires Nebraska state licensure and commitment to a family-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience; must commit to full-time work in a Nurse Residency Program if less than 1 year.
• Previous pediatric nursing experience is preferred.
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred based on clinic location.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect nursing care based on established patient care protocol.
• Performs treatments, procedures, and medication/immunization administration.
• Completes accurate assessment of patient conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Organization

Clinical skills in nursing care

Intermediate to advanced computer skills

Education

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in nursing

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Job Description
Casual – 16 hours a month minimum

Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting‑edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children’s is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview

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 approach to care. Hours and location may vary based on patient needs.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• Maintains 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.
• Performs physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section.

Education Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing – Required.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing – Preferred.

Experience Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of RN experience; if incumbent has less than 1 year of RN experience, must commit to full‑time work in a Nurse Residency Program – Required.
• Previous pediatric nursing experience – Preferred.
• Previous experience with EPIC – Preferred.

Skills And Abilities

• 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.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of Nebraska – Upon Hire Required.
• 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.
• Bilingual (English‑Spanish) – Preferred based on clinic location – Required.
• Travel to other Children’s Physician clinics – May be Required.