Innovative Pediatric Outpatient Nurse Leader

highmarkhealth; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in an outpatient setting. The RN remains accountable for quality of care and coordinates with the care team.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, patient safety, and ongoing professional development. Outpatient practice requires strong communication and advocacy for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Current PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure via eNLC.
• Outpatient care experience or readiness to work in outpatient settings.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership in a professional practice setting to advance healthcare.
• Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to plan, deliver and evaluate nursing care.
• Assesses patient status, documents changes, and notifies clinicians as needed.
• Promotes patient safety and participates in quality initiatives.
• Supervises LPNs and support staff within competency scope.

Skills

Transformational leadership

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Patient advocacy

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care in an outpatient setting. The RN remains accountable for quality of care and coordinates with the care team.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, patient safety, and ongoing professional development. Outpatient practice requires strong communication and advocacy for patients and families.