Registered Nurse (RN)

A dynamic opportunity for a Registered Nurse is available, focusing on pediatric acute care. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the healthcare team, patients, and their families to promote optimal health outcomes through the delivery of professional nursing care. This care is tailored to the patient’s age and condition, adhering to established nursing and medical plans while complying with evidence-based practice standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide professional nursing care to pediatric patients, particularly those who are tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Assist in various acute care settings based on patient need, including floating between units as necessary.
• Maintain compliance with hospital and nursing standards during the full respiratory virus season by adhering to masking protocols.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in pediatric acute care.
• Proficiency in providing care to tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent patients is essential.
• Experience within a children’s healthcare environment is preferred.

Education Requirements:

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or a Diploma in Nursing.

Certification/License Requirements:

• Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Arizona or from a compact state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Additional Information:

This position involves assignments across acute care facilities, specifically allowing for flexibility in patient care across various ICU locations. Applicants must be open to floating between units based on patient needs.

As a candidate, you must acknowledge and comply with vaccination recommendations, including required flu vaccinations during specified months.