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Registered Nurse - Pediatric StepDown

  • Illinois, Chicago

  • 11/05/2025

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • Job Summary
    The Registered Nurse (RN) for the Pediatric Step-Down Unit provides compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to pediatric patients who require close monitoring and intermediate-level care. The RN works collaboratively with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care in a supportive, family-centered environment.

    Key Responsibilities
    1. Provide direct nursing care to pediatric patients requiring continuous assessment and monitoring.
    2. Administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders and hospital protocols.
    3. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for each patient.
    4. Monitor vital signs, recognize changes in patient condition, and respond promptly to emergencies.
    5. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate care and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
    6. Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, and discharge instructions.
    7. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
    8. Participate in unit-based quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities.

    Required Qualifications
    1. Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
    2. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent required (may consider ADN with relevant experience).
    3. Minimum 1–2 years of recent acute care experience, preferably in pediatric or step-down settings.
    4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications.
    5. Strong critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills.

    Preferred Qualifications
    1. Previous experience in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) or Pediatric Step-Down Unit.
    2. National specialty certification in pediatric nursing (e.g., CPN).
    3. Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner.

    Certifications
    1. Active RN license (state-specific).
    2. BLS and PALS required.
    3. Additional pediatric nursing certification preferred.

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