Pediatric Registered Nurse: Care & Discharge Coordinator

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Medical Group in Kentucky is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols. This role is within the Pediatrics department, working Mon-Fri with 8a-5p, and full-time status.

You will implement care plans, monitor patient conditions, coordinate discharge planning, and educate patients and families. Requires Kentucky RN licensure and BLS within 45 days.

Qualifications

• RN license required in Kentucky at hire.
• BLS certification within 45 days of employment.
• ASN or Diploma in Nursing required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition.
• Coordinates primary care across disciplines for well-coordinated care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses discharge planning needs with patient/family and team.
• Educates patient and family based on age and culture.

Skills

Nursing care

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Patient safety

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Owensboro Health Medical Group in Kentucky is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols. This role is within the Pediatrics department, working Mon-Fri with 8a-5p, and full-time status.

You will implement care plans, monitor patient conditions, coordinate discharge planning, and educate patients and families. Requires Kentucky RN licensure and BLS within 45 days.