RN Team Lead Weekends Pediatric Complex Care (Full-Time)

ChildServe; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit eligible, including medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement with company match

Generous PTO accrual

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare provider in Johnston, Iowa, is seeking a Nurse Team Lead for its inpatient Pediatric Complex Medical program. This role involves ensuring high-quality clinical care for children with complex medical needs and engaging staff effectively. Candidates should have at least two years of nursing experience in pediatrics or related fields, possess a valid nursing license, and be committed to a multidisciplinary approach to healthcare. This position includes a variety of benefits and flexible scheduling options.

Qualifications

• 2 years of nursing experience in pediatrics, rehabilitation and/or with children with complex medical conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Mobility within clinic areas and ability to frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.

Responsibilities

• Ensure staff provide care according to the child’s care plan.
• Manage staff performance and develop staff skills.
• Provide direct care as assigned.

Skills

Nursing experience in pediatrics

Rehabilitation knowledge

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

Effective communication

Education

Current valid license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Iowa

Active BLS certification

Job description

We’re looking for a Nurse Team Lead to support our inpatient Pediatric Complex Medical program, where our team provides 24/7 care in a warm, family-centered environment. We serve infants through age 14 who can’t live at home due to complex medical needs, and this role helps ensure each child’s clinical needs are met through a strong multidisciplinary approach. This leader also plays a key part in keeping staff engaged and working well together. Candidates should bring at least two years of nursing experience in pediatrics, rehabilitation, or work with children who have complex medical conditions.

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Schedule/Benefits

• Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6am-6pm, would consider 10 hour shifts or evening/night shift if interested
• Benefit eligible, including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement with company match, and generous PTO accrual, including 16 hours of PTO front‑loaded

How You’ll Make an Impact

• 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; RN preferred.
• Active BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, be mobile within the clinic areas, and frequently bend, lift, reach, and stand.
• Ability to communicate effectively in (or through) reading, writing and speaking the English language.

Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let’s talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing [e-mail].

Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe.

ChildServe partners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a great life.

• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowa’s only children’s specialty hospital, offering a variety of services and programs to meet each child’s unique needs.
• ChildServe’s four key specialty areas include: complex medical care, pediatric rehabilitation, autism and behavioral health, and community-based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery, services are interwoven and streamlined, so families can address their child’s needs in one location.
• Established in 1928, ChildServe proudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6,000 children in Iowa each year.

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email [e-mail]. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.