Registered Nurse (RN) (Per-Diem) - Pediatric Sub-Acute

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs? The Bernardy Center is a 5-star rated pediatric subacute and long term care facility that helps patients and their families transition from the acute care environment by providing additional support and parent education prior to going home. The Bernardy Center team provides more than just medical support. Because they are children first, the developmental, emotionally and physical well-being of each child is the focus of care. Bernardy staff participate with the children in community as well as unit activities. So if you are looking to find a nursing position in which you have the time and opportunity to get to really know your patients and work alongside their families as well as make a life changing difference, the Bernardy Center team is looking for you!

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for independently applying the nursing process through the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation & documentation of pediatric patient care. Selects & administers the appropriate care, taking into consideration the age, developmental level & size of the patient. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, healing & quality of life. Able to identify own limitations & seeks resources, as needed. Acts as role model & resource person providing clinical leadership to other staff members & ensures quality clinical practices, skills, & developmentally appropriate activities for the residents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's Degree

1 year of experience

Current California RN license

BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by American Heart Association

PALS (American Heart Association) within six months of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

2 years of experience

Minimum one year of supervisory experience

Experience working with ventilator-dependent children and children with developmental disabilities

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs? The Bernardy Center is a 5-star rated pediatric subacute and long term care facility that helps patients and their families transition from the acute care environment by providing additional support and parent education prior to going home. The Bernardy Center team provides more than just medical support. Because they are children first, the developmental, emotionally and physical well-being of each child is the focus of care. Bernardy staff participate with the children in community as well as unit activities. So if you are looking to find a nursing position in which you have the time and opportunity to get to really know your patients and work alongside their families as well as make a life changing difference, the Bernardy Center team is looking for you!

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for independently applying the nursing process through the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation & documentation of pediatric patient care. Selects & administers the appropriate care, taking into consideration the age, developmental level & size of the patient. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health, healing & quality of life. Able to identify own limitations & seeks resources, as needed. Acts as role model & resource person providing clinical leadership to other staff members & ensures quality clinical practices, skills, & developmentally appropriate activities for the residents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's Degree

1 year of experience

Current California RN license

BLS for Healthcare Providers, issued by American Heart Association

Helen M. Bernardy Center Skilled Nursing Unit: PEARS (American Heart Association) within six months of hire

Helen M. Bernardy Center Pediatric Subacute Unit: PALS (American Heart Association) within six months of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

2 years of experience

Minimum one year of supervisory experience

Experience working with ventilator-dependent children and children with developmental disabilities

The current salary range for this position is $53.27 to $88.00

A candidate’s placement in the range will be determined based on the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to being externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by reviewing market data to remain competitive within the nonprofit, healthcare sector. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

EOE including disability/vet