Pediatric Registered Nurse

You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a compassionate and highly skilled Pediatric Registered Nurse to join their clinical research team. In this specialized role, you will provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to pediatric patients participating in groundbreaking clinical trials. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, physicians, and specialists to monitor protocols, manage complex acute conditions, and ensure the highest standards of safety and care for young patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct, high-quality pediatric nursing care to acute patients admitted to the clinical research unit. Perform continuous physical and developmental assessments, vital signs monitoring, and advanced nursing interventions tailored to pediatric populations.
• Administer experimental therapies, investigational medications, chemotherapy, and blood products according to strict research protocols, safety guidelines, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Identify subtle changes in clinical condition, recognize pediatric emergencies, and initiate immediate diagnostic or resuscitative measures as needed.
• Accurately record clinical observations, protocol parameters, adverse events, and medication administration in compliance with NIH research standards and regulations.
• Serve as a primary advocate and educator for pediatric patients and their families, providing emotional support, clear communication regarding treatment plans, and discharge guidance.
• Actively participate in clinical rounds, protocol team meetings, and continuous quality improvement initiatives alongside principal investigators, nurse practitioners, and allied health staff.

Qualifications

• Active unrestricted RN License
• BLS certification
• 2 to 3 years of current, direct pediatric acute care hospital experience (e.g., pediatric inpatient, PICU, or pediatric step-down unit).
• BSN preferred
• Prior experience in clinical research, clinical trials, or protocol management.
• Strong familiarity with electronic documentation systems and federal health privacy regulations (HIPAA/CUI).

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
• Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
• 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
• Short Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life Insurance Plan.

* We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).


Medix Overview:

With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we're dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.

Any required state or Joint Commission training is compensated at the state or local minimum wage rate.

* As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.