| Location | Union, NJ |
| Salary | $41.87–$58.68 Per Hour |
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Registered Nurse, Pediatric Primary Care Practice
Req #: 0000268424
Category: Nurses
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Childrens Specialized Hosp
Department: Pediatrics-Physician
Pay Range: $41.87 - $58.68 per hour
Location:
2840 Morris Ave., Union, NJ 07083
Job Title: RN Peds Practice
Location: Union (UNC)
Department Name: Pediatrics-Physician
Req #: 0000268424
Status: Hourly
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $41.87 - $58.68 per hour
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our Pediatric Primary Care Registered Nurses play an essential role in providing compassionate, coordinated care to children with special healthcare needs and medical complexity. As a Registered Nurse in the Pediatric Primary Care Practice at Children's Specialized Hospital in Union, you'll combine clinical nursing expertise, critical thinking, and family-centered care to support children and families throughout their healthcare journey. From performing clinical triage and administering immunizations to providing patient education and coordinating services, you'll help ensure safe, timely, and individualized care. Working closely with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and families, you'll contribute to a patient-centered medical home environment that promotes continuity of care, positive patient experiences, and improved health outcomes.
As a Pediatric Primary Care Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:
Performing telephonic and in-person clinical triage using professional nursing judgment, ClearTriage protocols, and established organizational guidelines
Assessing patient symptoms, determining urgency of care, and recognizing emergent conditions requiring provider intervention or escalation to emergency services
Obtaining and documenting patient histories, clinical assessments, and nursing recommendations using SBAR communication and the EPIC electronic medical record
Providing evidence-based nursing guidance, patient education, and clinical recommendations within the RN scope of practice
Coordinating same-day, urgent, and follow-up appointments based on patient needs, clinical assessments, and provider recommendations
Supporting pediatric primary care and behavioral health patients by assessing concerns, identifying potential crises, and following appropriate escalation procedures
Administering immunizations in accordance with physician orders, CDC guidelines, and organizational policies while educating families on vaccine benefits, risks, and aftercare
Administering prescribed medications, monitoring for adverse reactions, and maintaining accurate medication reconciliation and clinical documentation
Assisting with medication refill requests, prior authorizations, and pharmacy coordination to support continuity of care
Performing and overseeing point-of-care testing, including specimen collection, test administration, quality control, and documentation in accordance with regulatory standards
Performing office-based nursing procedures while maintaining infection prevention, patient safety, and clinical quality standards
Collaborating with physicians, nurses, behavioral health professionals, and interdisciplinary partners to coordinate care for children with complex medical and developmental needs
This role might be for you if:
You are passionate about pediatric nursing and enjoy supporting children with diverse medical, developmental, and behavioral healthcare needs
You are comfortable providing nursing care in an ambulatory or primary care practice environment
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills allow you to evaluate patient symptoms and determine appropriate next steps
You enjoy providing telephonic and in-person triage while helping families navigate healthcare concerns with confidence
You are comfortable administering immunizations, medications, and point-of-care testing while maintaining high standards of patient safety
You understand the importance of recognizing urgent medical or behavioral health concerns and escalating appropriately
You communicate clearly and compassionately with children, parents, caregivers, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals
You enjoy educating patients and families about preventive care, treatment plans, medications, and ongoing health management
You are organized, adaptable, and comfortable balancing multiple clinical responsibilities in a busy pediatric practice
You value accurate documentation, evidence-based nursing practice, and collaboration within a patient-centered medical home model
You bring patience, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a family-centered approach to caring for children with complex healthcare needs
To be considered for this Pediatric Primary Care Registered Nurse opportunity, you must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred, along with previous experience in pediatric nursing or ambulatory care. American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider Certification is required. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong pediatric nursing assessment, clinical triage, medication and vaccine administration, point-of-care testing, patient education, and care coordination skills. Candidates should be comfortable utilizing electronic medical records, including EPIC, applying established triage protocols, and communicating clinical findings using SBAR. Strong organizational, critical thinking, interpersonal, and multitasking skills are essential, along with the ability to provide compassionate care to children with complex medical, developmental, and behavioral health needs. This is an hourly, day shift opportunity supporting the Pediatric Primary Care Practice at Children's Specialized Hospital in Union, New Jersey.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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