Pediatric Hospital Pharmacist (PRN) — Safe, Precise Care

Nexus Health Systems; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Children's Hospital in Shenandoah, TX is seeking a PRN Pharmacist to support pediatric medication management and clinical services across a complex patient population. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to ensure safe treatment and adherence to hospital standards and regulations.

The role emphasizes pediatric dosing, interdisciplinary teamwork, and education for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Pediatric hospital pharmacy experience strongly preferred.
• Three years of hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• One year of pharmacy management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of DNV, CMS, and applicable state regulatory requirements.
• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, communication skills and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret physician orders for accuracy, dosing and drug interactions.
• Evaluate pediatric regimens with weight-based dosing and appropriate routes.
• Review patient charts to ensure appropriateness for diagnosis and goals.
• Process orders, prepare and dispense medications, monitor use and administration.
• Monitor therapy and adjust within protocols or advise treating physician.
• Support formulary use and substitutions, IV-to-oral conversions when appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians to identify cost-effective options.
• Educate patients and families and document counseling and interventions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences to coordinate care.

Skills

Pediatric hospital pharmacy experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Weight-based dosing awareness

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy or equivalent

Advanced degree or hospital residency preferred

Tools

Pyxis system

Job description

Nexus Children's Hospital in Shenandoah, TX is seeking a PRN Pharmacist to support pediatric medication management and clinical services across a complex patient population. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to ensure safe treatment and adherence to hospital standards and regulations.

The role emphasizes pediatric dosing, interdisciplinary teamwork, and education for patients and families.