Pediatric Psychiatric RN: Family-Centered Care

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Sunset Corners (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Health System seeks an experienced RN to plan, deliver, and evaluate psychiatric nursing care for pediatric patients. The role operates under Nursing Manager/Director supervision within a Magnet-designated hospital, emphasizing family-centered care and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities include collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely documentation, coordinating discharge planning, and educating families on treatment plans.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Florida or eNLC in good standing
• American Heart Association BLS in good standing
• PALS certification within 2 years of hire
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) cert within 7 days of hire
• Level II Background Check and Good Moral Character affidavit

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and document plan of care in collaboration with disciplines
• Complete admission history and discharge planning per policies
• Obtain parental consent for medications per policy
• Administer medications per six rights policy
• Coordinate and participate in daily care planning rounds with the team
• Ensure safe analgesic/narcotic administration and monitoring
• Perform comprehensive multi-system and mental health assessments
• Ensure proper documentation in the EHR within 24 hours
• Communicate care plans and resources to patient and family
• Supervise Behavioral Health Techs and coordinate assignments
• Review plan of care with patients and families and address concerns
• Educate families on diagnoses and treatment plans
• Promote error-free, high-quality care and monitor patient safety
• Float to different nursing units as needed to maintain clinical excellence

Skills

Verbal & written communication

EMR proficiency

Data interpretation

Collaborative practice

Evidence-based practice

Education

BSN degree or in BSN program

National Pediatric Nurse certification (CPN/ANCC/RNBC)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Nicklaus Children's Health System seeks an experienced RN to plan, deliver, and evaluate psychiatric nursing care for pediatric patients. The role operates under Nursing Manager/Director supervision within a Magnet-designated hospital, emphasizing family-centered care and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities include collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring timely documentation, coordinating discharge planning, and educating families on treatment plans.