Clinical Nurse - Pediatric ER

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Junction City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute in Missouri is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to deliver direct pediatric emergency care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions.

You will educate patients and families, document individualized care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality care across the continuum, while pursuing ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• RN license required and nursing degree at least an Associate's; BSN preferred for advancement.
• 2+ years experience in emergency or pediatric acute care preferred.
• Strong assessment and communication abilities; capable of critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric emergency nursing care aligned with standards and best practices.
• Educate patients and families on care management, safety, and home care when applicable.
• Participate in quality improvement and compliance activities to enhance care.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuous, coordinated care.

Skills

Emergency pediatric care

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Education

RN Diploma/Associate's degree

BSN preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a pediatric emergency setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

Role Overview

Provides direct patient care in a pediatric emergency setting, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

Promotes patient and family-centered care through education on illness management, post-treatment home care, and medication administration.

Develops and documents individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team, ensuring effective communication across the continuum of care.

Utilizes critical nursing skills to assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs, respecting patient preferences, values, and cultural considerations.

Participates in activities that enhance patient safety, quality standards, and professional development.

Qualifications & Skills

• RN license required; Nursing Diploma/Associate's degree minimum, Bachelor's preferred.
• Preferred: 2+ years of experience in emergency or pediatric acute care.
• Strong assessment, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work safely and maintain alertness in a high-pressure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care aligned with standards and best practices.
• Educate patients and families on care management and safety.
• Participate in quality improvement and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuous, coordinated care.

This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a recognized institution committed to excellence in pediatric healthcare.