Pediatric Nurse Job Description

The Pediatric Nurse records patient histories, performs various diagnostic tests, administers medications, and develops pediatric patient care plans in conjunction with other medical professionals. Provides professional nursing care to assigned pediatric patients. Being a Pediatric Nurse observes patients’ progress and records observations in patient medical records. Assists physicians during examinations and procedures, operating and monitoring medical equipment as necessary. In addition, Pediatric Nurse promotes patients’ independence by teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills. Requires graduation from an approved nursing program. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires a registered nurse. Requires a state license to practice. Pediatric Nurse’s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position’s specialty is the main requirement.

Pediatric Nurse Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Pediatric Nurse to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Assesses and coordinates patient’s discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team;
  • Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems;
  • Administers prescribed medications, changes dressings, cleans wounds, monitors vital signs;
  • Cares for infants and children with chronic and multi-system illnesses and injuries;
  • Instructs and educates patients and families;
  • Carries out physician orders;
  • Orients and mentors new staff members;
  • Provides professional nursing service based on the basic concepts of growth and development of infants and children;
  • Serves as the primary coordinator of all disciplines for well coordinated patient care;
  • Provides age and culturally appropriate care;
  • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required;
  • Calculates dosages for and understands the nursing implications of medications used for infants and children;
  • Recognizes the uniqueness of pain and pain management in the pediatric population and provides care accordingly;
  • Cares for patients at risk for abduction following established prevention procedures;
  • Assesses plans and evaluates patient care needs.

Requirements:

  • Current certification as a BLS Healthcare Provider, PALS;
  • Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment;
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing;
  • Current licensure as an RN or RN Compact license required;
  • Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.