RN

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Children's health Pembroke clinical team. This role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality patient care while supporting providers in a fast-paced pediatric clinic environment.

Position Details:

• Status: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Rotating Saturdays: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm at our Urgent Care Clinic in Lumberton

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We value our team and offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) & Roth Retirement Plan with 3% Employer Contribution (No Match Required)
• Quarterly Bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off & 9 Paid Holidays
• Low-Cost Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Options (Accident, Hospitalization, Cancer, Critical Illness & Life)

Position Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) delivers advanced pediatric nursing care, clinical coordination, and patient/family education in an outpatient pediatric setting. The RN supports providers, oversees clinical workflow, ensures regulatory and safety compliance, and serves as a clinical resource and mentor to support staff.

Key Responsibilities – Clinical Duties

- Greet and room pediatric patients; obtain age-appropriate vital signs, growth measurements (height/length, weight, head circumference, BMI percentile), and medical history.

- Perform nursing assessments within scope of practice and document findings in the EMR.

- Administer childhood immunizations following CDC/ACIP guidelines and verify proper documentation of VIS sheets.

- Administer medications orally, intramuscularly, intradermally, and subcutaneously as ordered by the provider.

- Perform point-of-care testing (flu, strep, RSV, mono, glucose, urinalysis, etc.).

- May assist with or perform phlebotomy and collect lab specimens using pediatric-appropriate techniques.

- May perform of assist Provider with complex pediatric clinical tasks including catheterization, nebulizer treatments, wound care, suture removal, and splinting.

- Conduct pediatric hearing and vision screenings.

- Provide age-appropriate education to parents and patients related to medications, chronic condition management, treatment plans, and follow-up care.

- Maintain infection control, sterilization procedures, and proper handling of pediatric medical equipment.

- Monitor and document vaccine refrigerator/freezer temperatures and comply with VFC guidelines if applicable.

- Respond to pediatric emergencies according to office protocol and participate in routine emergency drills.

- Triage pediatric patients in-office and via phone to determine urgency and appropriate care needs.

- Document all care in the EMR accurately and timely.

- Notify the Health Department promptly of any reportable infectious diseases.

Key Responsibilities – Care Coordination & Leadership

- Serve as a clinical leader and resource to LPNs, Medical Assistants, and students.

- Support onboarding and skills validation for new clinical staff.

- Oversee patient flow and ensure high-quality, child-centered experiences.

- Monitor and maintain Vaccine for Children (VFC) compliance including temperature logs and handling.

- Assist with medical emergency response planning and drills.

- Participate in quality improvement, reporting, and regulatory audits.

- Assist with policy, clinical protocol, and workflow development.

Key Responsibilities – Administrative Duties

- Manage patient flow efficiently and inform parents of any expected wait times.

- May assist with scheduling well-child visits, immunizations, sick visits, and follow-up appointments.

- Complete medication refills, prior authorizations, and referrals to pediatric specialists.

- Answer parent calls, return messages, and assist with EMR-based communication.

- Complete school, daycare, camp, and sports forms in coordination with providers.

- May be responsible for maintaining inventory and stocking of clinical supplies

- May be expected to verify insurance coverage as needed.

- Call in prescriptions, obtain prior authorizations, and coordinate referrals to pediatric specialists.

- Track immunization records and assist with school/daycare forms.

Pediatric-Specific Competencies

- Demonstrate calming, child-friendly communication and behavioral techniques to reduce fear or anxiety.

- Support developmental screening processes (ASQ, MCHAT, etc.) if used in the practice.

- Assist with chronic pediatric conditions such as asthma, eczema, ADHD, and allergies.

- Ensure safety during all interactions, including with infants, toddlers, and special-needs pediatric patients.

Other Duties

- Participate in continuing education and required pediatric training.

- Assist during high-volume seasons (flu, RSV, back-to-school).

- Perform opening and closing clinic duties as assigned.

- Maintain HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and state nursing regulations.

- Perform any additional duties assigned by Providers, Nursing Leadership, or Administration.