Registered Nurse RN Pediatrics

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with match

Education and tuition assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, VA seeks a dedicated pediatric RN to provide high-quality, patient-centered care from birth through young adulthood. The role emphasizes teamwork with pediatric specialists to develop and execute individualized care plans.

Qualified candidates hold an RN license for Virginia (or a Multistate license), 1+ year in acute pediatrics, and BLS; PALS must be obtained within 30 days of start. A BSN is preferred and opportunities for education are available.

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

• Deliver patient-centered care to infants, children, adolescents and young adults with various conditions.
• Collaborate with pediatric intensivists, pediatricians, therapists, dieticians, pharmacists and social workers to create care plans.
• Administer medications and monitor patient status as needed.
• Document throughout stay using computerized systems from admission to discharge.
• Maintain professionalism and cultural sensitivity with patients, families and staff.

Skills

RN experience

PALS

BLS/BCLS

Virginia RN license

BSN preferred

Pediatric unit experience

Acute care hospital

Education

BSN preferred

Virginia RN License

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $32.14 - $48.20 / hour

Learn more about the benefits offered ( https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards ) for this job.

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

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

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.

"Nurses play a pivotal role and are the backbone of healthcare delivery. At HCA Healthcare, we are dedicated to ensuring nurses have necessary tools and resources to provide world-class patient care, advocating for the profession and helping to shape the future of nursing."

Sammie Mosier, DHA, MA, BSN, NE-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, HCA Healthcare

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.