Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) Per-Diem - Child's Way

The Children's Home of Pittsburgh is seeking a Per-Diem Registered Nurse for Child's Way, our daycare center for children with medical complexities. Child's Way is open from 6:30am - 5:30pm, Monday - Friday.  This per-diem position will be required to work 20 hours in a 4-week schedule.  No weekends, nights, or holidays.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• 401(k) & Match - Immediately eligible for match of 50% on up to 6% of contributions!
• Annual Merit Increases
• FREE On-site parking

• Level of knowledge equivalent to that ordinarily acquired through the completion of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum of two years of experience in nursing, pediatric experience preferred.
• Current licensure to practice nursing in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Current CPR certification.
• Analytical ability necessary to assess and evaluate the patients' condition and utilize the nursing process and professional judgment in planning and providing comprehensive care to patients.
• Ability to integrate patient related data from various sources into the plan of care and appraisal of condition.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to communicate with patients, family members, medical staff, and families in sensitive situations.
• Ability to work cooperatively within the framework of the nursing team.
• Physical ability necessary for constant standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting 10 to 70 lbs.
• A high level of stamina also necessary for the frequent lifting and moving of patients and the carrying of patients, supplies, and equipment.  
• Physical ability to get down on the floor with children and back up again.
• Emotional/mental ability to perform effectively and efficiently under the daily pressure of stressful or emergency situations.