RN, Endocrinology/Rheumatology

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The RN Staff Nurse at Cook Children's Health Care System delivers individualized nursing care using the nursing process to support the medical plan of treatment. Working with a strong team, this role emphasizes safety, clinical judgment, and compassionate communication to meet the needs of children and their families.

Unit 3 North focuses on endocrinology with diabetes and related conditions; the nurse provides monitoring, insulin administration, telemetry, and family education, with

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct nursing experience.
• 1 year pediatric experience preferred.
• Active, unrestricted TX RN license.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety and high-quality care.
• Advocate for patients and families with clear, compassionate communication.

Skills

BLS - American Heart Association

Education

Associate's in Nursing

Job description

Location:

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department:

3 North

Shift:

Third Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

36

Summary:

The RN Staff Nurse is responsible for delivering competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by utilizing the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment. Operating with a strong team orientation, this nurse integrates sound clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the unique needs of each patient. The role emphasizes exceptional customer relations and professional communication, ensuring that care is delivered with both clinical precision and a high level of service excellence. By maintaining a focus on safety and collaborative practice, the RN Staff Nurse serves as a vital advocate for the patient while contributing to the overall effectiveness of the healthcare team.

3 North

Nurses on this unit care for patients with conditions such as diabetes mellitus, diabetic ketoacidosis, hypoglycemia, adrenal disorders, thyroid disorders, and other endocrine diagnoses. Care often involves close monitoring of blood glucose levels, insulin therapy, electrolyte balances, and nutritional support. Cook Children's is 1 of 8 Hyperinsulinism Center of Excellence in the world. Patients seek out care for this diagnosis from all over the country to be treated by the team on 3 North.

While 3 North is primarily an endocrinology unit, nurses also receive specialty training to safely care for behavioral health patients. This 17 bed unit has telemetry monitoring capabilities, and our nurses are trained to care for patients requiring additional monitoring support.

Education/Experience

• 1 Year of direct nursing experience.
• 1 year of pediatric experience preferred.
• Associate's in Nursing.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification

• Active, unrestricted TX Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS - American Heart Association.

Post hire Requirements:

• PALS or NRP and specialty certifications per unit guidelines.

About Us:

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.