Pediatric Nurse: High-Impact Patient Care & Teamwork

Southernmedpeds; Morehead City (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Matching 401K

Annual Merit Increases

Mental Health and Counseling Programs

Dental and Orthodontic Coverage

Vision Insurance

Health Care with Low Premiums

Short-term Disability

Access to Virtual Health & Wellness

Job summary

Southernmedpeds is seeking a compassionate nurse to support pediatric care delivery. The role involves assisting medical providers, preparing examinations, and performing essential clinical tasks to ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree in Nursing and an active RN/LPN license in North Carolina, with preferred pediatric practice experience. Strong computer literacy and EMR familiarity are important for daily operations in our clinic.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate degree required.
• State licensure as RN or LPN in North Carolina.
• Experience in a pediatric medical practice preferred.
• Working knowledge of computer applications; prior experience with EMR preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write effectively.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines, in a detail-oriented manner.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, and document in patient charts.
• Instruct patients about medications and diets as directed by the provider.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients.
• Prepare patients for examinations.
• Assist the provider during exams.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Perform basic laboratory tests.
• Maintain exam rooms and supplies; sterilize equipment as required.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by the physician.
• Perform blood collection per OSHA standards.
• Remove sutures and change dressings.
• Maintain logs and required checks (e.g., fridge temps, medications, oxygen).
• Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to providers.
• Meet position requirements and perform essential functions.
• Complete all mandatory training and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Education

Associate degree in Nursing (ADN)

RN or LPN license in North Carolina

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Southernmedpeds is seeking a compassionate nurse to support pediatric care delivery. The role involves assisting medical providers, preparing examinations, and performing essential clinical tasks to ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate degree in Nursing and an active RN/LPN license in North Carolina, with preferred pediatric practice experience. Strong computer literacy and EMR familiarity are important for daily operations in our clinic.