RN Team Lead Flexible Off-Shift Nurse (Full-Time)

Childserve; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ChildServe in Iowa seeks an RN Team Lead to guide a multidisciplinary team in delivering pediatric care and ensuring care plans are implemented. You will mentor staff and ensure documentation and care standards are met across the unit.

The role requires two years of pediatric nursing experience, Iowa RN/LPN license, and BLS within 90 days, with occasional evening/weekend shifts and the ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

Qualifications

• Two years of nursing experience in pediatrics, rehabilitation and/or with children with complex medical conditions.
• Current valid license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Iowa.
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff provide care according to each child’s care plan and best practices.
• Ensure accurate, complete, and timely documentation by staff.

Skills

Pediatrics nursing

Staff leadership

Precepting/new hire training

Education

Iowa RN or LPN license

BLS certification

Job description

The RN Team Lead will be responsible for ensuring the clinical needs of each child are implemented through support of a multidisciplinary team approach to clinical care. This leader is also directly responsible for ensuring staff are engaged in their work and participating effectively as a team. The successful candidate will have two years of nursing experience in pediatrics, rehabilitation and/or with children with complex medical conditions.

Schedule

• Schedule may include evening and weekend coverage based on department needs, with potential schedules of Wednesday through Sunday or Friday through Sunday, 6:00am to 6:00pm.

What You'll Do

• Ensure staff provide care according to the child’s care plan and provide clinical care according to best practices as defined by ChildServe policy and practice manuals.
• Ensure staff document accurately, completely, and timely.
• Serve as a preceptor and ensure newly hired staff are competent to provide care.
• Manage staff performance and develop staff skills, talents and knowledge.
• Ensure supervised staff are current with all unit and ChildServe specific information.
• Address stakeholder feedback effectively, respectfully, and professionally.
• Ensure environment is maintained according to regulatory requirements.
• Provide direct care as assigned.
• Ensure adequate qualified staff to meet the needs of children within defined clinical model.

What You'll Need

• 2 years of nursing experience in pediatrics, rehabilitation and/or with children with complex medical conditions.
• Current valid license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Iowa
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 90 days and before working independently.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the assigned work area, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• This position may be subject to COVID-19 safety requirements. If applicable, specific requirements will be discussed during the interview process.
• Ability to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English language

Why ChildServe

• Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great
• We’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5000 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, and Iowa City areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.
• Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.
• Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.
• We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible.

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.