Pediatric RN: In-Clinic Care & Patient Education

Texas Children's; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Staff Nurse to provide in-person nursing care for patients. The role uses the nursing process per AAACN Telehealth Nursing Practice Standards and delivers education and support during patient interactions.

The position requires an RN license with the Texas Board of Nursing, BLS certification, and pediatric experience. Responsibilities include managing clinical calls, documenting data in EHR, and providing self-management guidance to patients and families.

Qualifications

• RN licensure with Texas Board of Nursing
• BLS certification required
• 2 years pediatric experience required
• 2 years clinical experience in physician office/home health/ED/CCU preferred
• Diploma/ADN acceptable per BON requirements

Responsibilities

• Manage clinical calls using the nursing process
• Document significant data and EHR entries
• Provide patient education and self-management support
• Assess caller needs and determine priorities
• Identify emergent signs and symptoms promptly
• Adhere to AAACN Telehealth Nursing Practice standards

Skills

Nursing assessment

Ambulatory telehealth nursing

Electronic health record docs

Patient education

Critical thinking

Education

Diploma in Nursing or AASN

Bachelor's in Nursing preferred

RN license (Texas Board of Nursing)

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Staff Nurse to provide in-person nursing care for patients. The role uses the nursing process per AAACN Telehealth Nursing Practice Standards and delivers education and support during patient interactions.

The position requires an RN license with the Texas Board of Nursing, BLS certification, and pediatric experience. Responsibilities include managing clinical calls, documenting data in EHR, and providing self-management guidance to patients and families.