Registered Nurse RN Pediatrics

CJW Medical Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, prescription, d

Dental, vision benefits

401(k) with 100% match on 3-9% of pay

Tuition assistance

Education support

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, VA is seeking a highly-skilled registered nurse to join the pediatric unit, delivering patient-centered care from birth through adolescence. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement personalized care plans for pediatric patients.

The role requires an RN license in Virginia or a multistate compact license, with 1 year of acute care and pediatrics experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).
• Current Registered Nurse License in Virginia or Current Multistate Compact License.
• 1 year of nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• 1 year of nursing experience in a pediatric unit preferred.
• Current American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) Certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• As a registered nurse you will deliver patient-centered care to infants, children, adolescents and young adult patients who present with a variety of acute and chronic conditions and disabilities.
• Working closely with pediatric intensivists, pediatricians, therapists (occupational, speech and respiratory), registered dieticians, pharmacists and case managers/social workers, you will create and implement a care plan to meet each patient’s specific needs.
• For patients with diabetes, asthma, spinal corrections, orthopedic procedures, concussions and fractures, general pediatric surgery needs, croup, respiratory distress, pneumonia, and other conditions, you will deliver standard medications and perform tests, regularly monitor and record vital signs, and assess improvement.
• Using computerized documentation systems you will monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions throughout their stay from admission to discharge.
• When dealing with patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers, you will maintain cultural and values awareness, and much more.

Skills

RN

Pediatrics

Acute care

Patient care

BLS

PALS

Education

BSN preferred

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $32.14 - $48.20 / hour
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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range. Ready for a role that supports your unique calling in patient care and fits your life? At Chippenham Hospital, you’ll find clear pathways to advance backed by our unmatched nationwide transfer policy that lets you grow your career when the time is right for you. With mentorship opportunities, clinical education courses, professional certification support, and educational assistance, you will have all the resources you need to build the career of a lifetime. Chippenham Hospital is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Spend more time at the bedside with the patient.
* Full Time Day Shift *
Job Summary And Qualifications
We are seeking a highly-skilled and compassionate RN to join the pediatric unit and to deliver exceptional patient care to children from birth through their late teens and into early adulthood. If you are looking for a supportive and teamwork oriented environment,
What you will do in your role:

• As a registered nurse you will deliver patient-centered care to infants, children, adolescents and young adult patients who present with a variety of acute and chronic conditions and disabilities.
• Working closely with pediatric intensivists, pediatricians, therapists (occupational, speech and respiratory), registered dieticians, pharmacists and case managers/social workers, you will create and implement a care plan to meet each patient’s specific needs.
• For patients with diabetes, asthma, spinal corrections, orthopedic procedures, concussions and fractures, general pediatric surgery needs, croup, respiratory distress, pneumonia, and other conditions, you will deliver standard medications and perform tests, regularly monitor and record vital signs, and assess improvement.
• Using computerized documentation systems you will monitor, record, and communicate patient conditions throughout their stay from admission to discharge.
• When dealing with patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers, you will maintain cultural and values awareness, and much more.

What qualifications you will need:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).
• Current Registered Nurse License in Virginia or Current Multistate Compact License.
• 1 year of nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• 1 year of nursing experience in a pediatric unit preferred.
• Current American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) Certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Benefits
Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Benefits
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center. \