RN - Pediatrics ENT

mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Kids Pediatric ENT in St. Louis, MO seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse to join our pediatric otolaryngology team.

You will provide professional nursing care to young patients and support physicians in specialty clinic operations. The role requires strong clinical judgment, patient and family education, care coordination, and collaboration with providers to deliver family-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to examination rooms and obtain or review medical histories and chief complaints.
• Assess patient conditions and accurately obtain and record vital signs.
• Prepare patients for provider examinations and procedures.
• Assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and specialty procedures.
• Administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections as ordered.
• Perform IV therapy and monitor patient responses.
• Assist with laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures as needed.
• Perform specialty-specific nursing procedures related to Pediatric ENT care.
• Ensure patient safety throughout all phases of care.

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Provides professional nursing care to patients within the medical practice in support of, and as directed by, the physicians. Assists the physician in the treatment of patients and completes related clinical paperwork. The incumbent in this position shall carry out his or her responsibilities and integrate into his or her work ethic the Mercy Philosophy of caring for the sick and suffering, respect for human life and the dignity of each person, applying Christian values to all crucial human issues in the area over which he or she has responsibility. In communicating with patients, families, visitors and employees, a caring, friendly, personal and professional approach is expected. Performs related duties as assigned.

All the duties, responsibilities and qualification documented in this job description are subject to reasonable accommodation. This job description is not to be construed as a detailed statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees of St. Johns Health System are expected to comply with all federal, state and local regulations in addition to organization policy and procedures.

Position Details:

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatric ENT Clinic

Mercy Kids Pediatric ENT | Mercy Hospital St. Louis Clinic Towers

Clinic Towers A & B | St. Louis, MO

Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week

Overview

Mercy Kids Pediatric ENT is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) to join our specialized pediatric otolaryngology team at Mercy Hospital St. Louis Clinic Towers. The RN provides professional nursing care to pediatric patients and their families while supporting physicians and advanced practice providers in delivering exceptional specialty care.

This role is integral to the daily operations of a busy pediatric specialty clinic and is responsible for patient triage, clinical assessment, care coordination, medication management, patient education, telephone and electronic communication management, and provider support. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering family-centered care in a fast-paced pediatric environment.

At Mercy, we bring to life a healing ministry through compassionate care, respect for human dignity, and a commitment to serving patients and families with professionalism and excellence.

Position Justification

This position is being recruited to replace an existing Mercy Kids ENT RN and maintain appropriate staffing levels to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. The Clinic Nurse plays a critical role in clinic operations by managing:

• Patient triage and clinical assessments.
• Telephone encounters and electronic in-basket communications.
• Care coordination and referral management.
• Patient and family education.
• Medication management and prescription support.
• Physician and provider collaboration.
• Clinical workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction.
• Maintaining adequate RN staffing is essential to ensuring timely access to care and positive outcomes for pediatric ENT patients.

Essential Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Escort patients to examination rooms and obtain or review medical histories and chief complaints.
• Assess patient conditions and accurately obtain and record vital signs.
• Prepare patients for provider examinations and procedures.
• Assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and specialty procedures.
• Administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections as ordered.
• Perform IV therapy and monitor patient responses.
• Assist with laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures as needed.
• Perform specialty-specific nursing procedures related to Pediatric ENT care.
• Ensure patient safety throughout all phases of care.

Care Coordination & Communication

• Triage patient phone calls and electronic messages, gathering pertinent clinical information and collaborating with providers as appropriate.
• Return patient and family calls within established timeframes.
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, follow-up appointments, and specialty services.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, procedures, and follow-up care.
• Communicate test results and provider recommendations according to established protocols.

Documentation & Administrative Support

• Accurately document patient information within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Assist with coding documentation requirements as needed.
• Review and organize patient charts and clinical records.
• Support managed care processes, referrals, authorizations, and other administrative functions.
• Maintain accurate medication documentation and storage practices.

Clinic Operations & Quality

• Stock and prepare examination rooms and specialty equipment.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical equipment and instruments.
• Assist with crash cart reviews and emergency preparedness activities.
• Respond appropriately to urgent or emergent situations within the clinic setting.
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