Clinical Nurse - Pediatric Vascular Access

Cherry Hill Free Clinic, Inc.; Harrisonville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Hill Free Clinic, Inc. in Missouri seeks a registered nurse to deliver comprehensive patient care within nursing standards.

You will assess, diagnose, plan, implement, and evaluate care, educate on illness management, medications, and post-treatment needs, and develop individualized care plans. You will collaborate with the healthcare team, communicate care strategies across the continuum, and participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Valid RN license.
• No prior experience required; 2+ years of RN experience and vascular access or infusion experience are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care, education, and support to patients and families.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities.
• Develop, implement, and communicate individualized care plans.
• Assess patient needs holistically, respecting emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors.
• Maintain compliance with standards and safety protocols.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Educating patients

Communication with families

Safety awareness

Education

Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Role Overview

This position involves providing comprehensive, high-quality direct patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, within established nursing standards. The nurse promotes patient and family-centered care by educating on illness management, medication, and post-treatment needs. Responsibilities include developing and documenting individualized care plans, collaborating with the healthcare team, and communicating care strategies across the continuum. The role emphasizes patient safety, quality improvement, and professional growth, requiring critical assessment of physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs. It is a safety-sensitive position that demands alertness and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Nursing Diploma or Associate’s Degree required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid RN license.
• Experience: No prior experience required; 2+ years of RN experience and vascular access or infusion experience are preferred.

Key Duties

• Provide patient-centered care, education, and support to patients and families.
• Participate in safety, quality, and regulatory activities.
• Develop, implement, and communicate individualized care plans.
• Assess patient needs holistically, respecting emotional, spiritual, and cultural factors.
• Maintain compliance with standards and safety protocols.