Lead Nurse

Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights / weekends / holidays

Flexible schedule

Travel to multiple offices

Outpatient pediatric setting

Supportive team

Job summary

Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates in the Chicagoland area is seeking a Lead Registered Nurse to supervise nursing activities, manage schedules, and coordinate pre- and post-operative care with the anesthesiologist. This role emphasizes patient safety, quality improvement, and exceptional customer service in a pediatric outpatient setting.

No nights, weekends, or holidays required with a flexible schedule and travel across the Chicago metro area, including NW Indiana.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS or PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule nursing staff two to three months in advance and communicate schedules.
• Lead daily briefings with nursing staff and confirm pre-operative requirements.
• Follow up on medical records and reviews of medical history as needed.
• Conduct post-operative calls and ensure quality improvement protocols are followed.
• Attend and participate in quarterly meetings on camera.

Skills

Multitasking & prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

RN license

BLS certification

ACLS or PALS preferred

Job description

Lead Registered Nurse

Join Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates, a concierge pediatric dental anesthesia practice, as we seek a dedicated and enthusiastic Lead Registered Nurse to lead our team in Chicagoland!

About the Role

As a Lead Registered Nurse, you will play a critical role in ensuring high-quality patient care. Your responsibilities will include detailed scheduling, supervising daily nursing activities, managing pre-operative and post-operative communication, upholding quality improvement standards, and leading customer service excellence. You will also communicate and work regularly with the anesthesiologist to coordinate care and maintain operational efficiency.

Why You'll Love It

• No nights, weekends, holidays, or call
• Flexible schedule (12-15+ days/month)
• Schedule provided 1-3 months in advance
• Supportive clinical team
• Work with children in an outpatient setting
• Travel to different offices throughout your region

Key Responsibilities

• Staffing
  • Schedule nursing staff two to three months in advance
  • Regularly communicate with nursing staff to confirm schedules
• Daily Activities Support
  • Facilitate daily briefings with the nursing staff
  • Ensure all pre-operative requirements are completed
  • Conduct post-operative calls and texts to patients
  • Confirm the completion of daily tasks and identify any outstanding issues
• Pre-operative and Post-operative Care
  • Guarantee that all pre-operative preparations are completed
  • Follow up on any required medical records or reviews of medical history
  • Ensure post-operative calls are conducted and quality improvement protocols are followed
• Quality Improvement
  • Oversee the completion and accuracy of quality improvement data and follow-up actionsAttend and participate in quarterly meetings on camera

Requirements

• RN license required
• BLS required; ACLS or PALS preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to customer service excellence

About Us

At Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates, we are committed to providing exceptional pediatric dental anesthesia services to our patients. We prioritize patient safety and comfort, and we are dedicated to creating a positive experience for every child who visits our practice. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality care, and we are looking for a talented and motivated Lead Registered Nurse to join our team.

Please note that this is a part-time position with no nights, weekends, or holidays required.

You will be expected to travel to offices across the Chicago metropolitan area, with occasional travel into NW Indiana.