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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, immediate care to pediatric patients in emergency situations. You will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to stabilize and treat children experiencing acute medical conditions, injuries, or trauma.
As a Pediatric ER Nurse, you will assess patients quickly and accurately, administer medications, perform life-saving interventions, and provide emotional support to both patients and their families. Your ability to remain calm under pressure, make quick decisions, and communicate effectively will be critical to your success in this role.
You will also be responsible for documenting patient care, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring that all procedures are carried out in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. A strong understanding of pediatric anatomy, physiology, and developmental stages is essential, as is the ability to recognize signs of child abuse or neglect.
This position requires flexibility, as shifts may include nights, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in pediatric or emergency nursing, a current RN license, and certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
If you are passionate about pediatric care and thrive in high-pressure environments, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in the lives of children and their families.
Responsibilities
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- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
- Monitor vital signs and patient responses
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams
- Provide emotional support to patients and families
- Document patient care accurately and timely
- Perform life-saving interventions when necessary
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and safety standards
- Recognize signs of child abuse or neglect
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment
Requirements
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- Minimum of 2 years experience in pediatric or emergency nursing
- BLS and PALS certifications required
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work in high-stress, fast-paced environments
- Knowledge of pediatric growth and development
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR)
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights and weekends
- Commitment to compassionate, family-centered care
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have a current RN license in this state?
- How many years of pediatric or emergency nursing experience do you have?
- Are you certified in BLS and PALS?
- Can you describe a high-pressure situation you managed successfully?
- How do you handle emotional stress when treating critically ill children?
- Are you comfortable working night, weekend, and holiday shifts?
- What strategies do you use to communicate with anxious parents?
- Have you ever identified and reported suspected child abuse?
- How do you stay current with pediatric emergency care best practices?
- What electronic medical record systems are you familiar with?
