Lead Pediatric Care RN - Ambulatory & Mentorship

Nemours; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Nemours Children's Health in Newark, DE seeks a Lead Registered Nurse for our ambulatory primary care setting. The Lead RN provides clinical oversight and mentors staff, coordinating orientation and day-to-day operations with the Nurse Manager.

Requirements include a BSN, DE nursing license eligibility, and 1–3 years of pediatric office experience; CPN certification preferred and BLS through AHA.

Qualifications

• BSN required and DE nursing license eligible.
• Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) or ANCC certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of job-related experience required.
• Pediatric Office Nurse experience required.
• Phone triage experience preferred.
• BLS certification with the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oversight and direction in ambulatory care.
• Assist Nurse Manager/Office Manager with day-to-day operations.
• Coach and mentor clinical staff; ensure 90-day performance goals.
• Oversee medication and vaccine processes; ensure policy adherence.
• Participate in lead nurse meetings and staff development.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Mentoring

Phone triage

Education

BSN

DE nursing license

CPN certification (preferred)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Nemours Children's Health in Newark, DE seeks a Lead Registered Nurse for our ambulatory primary care setting. The Lead RN provides clinical oversight and mentors staff, coordinating orientation and day-to-day operations with the Nurse Manager.

Requirements include a BSN, DE nursing license eligibility, and 1–3 years of pediatric office experience; CPN certification preferred and BLS through AHA.