Intermediate Care Nurse

1w1 week ago

Children's Mercy KC

Overland Park, US · Full-time · $70,000 – $90,000

About this role

Utilizes nursing process and knowledge of scientific principles to provide comprehensive, age-appropriate nursing care for low acuity assigned patients. Assists with the shift supervision of nonprofessional personnel as necessary. At Children’s Mercy, employees make the difference in lives of children.

Develop and implement a comprehensive, age-appropriate plan of care for low acuity patients and families to promote optimal outcomes. Meet educational and informational needs using appropriate teaching/learning principles. Promote safe, efficient, family-centered care for low acuity patients.

Join an inclusive and compassionate team committed to core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Create a workplace that reflects the community served in the heart of Kansas City. Engage in meaningful programs and partnerships to improve children's lives beyond hospital walls.

Children’s Mercy, recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years. Strive to give back to the vibrant community where patients and families live, work and play. Ensure everyone feels welcomed within our walls.

Requirements

Associate's Degree (ADN) required
Bachelor's Degree (BSN) preferred for nurses hired after September 1, 2013
Licensed RN - MO or Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire
Licensed RN - Kansas or Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire
Refer to Nursing and Advanced Practice Provider Licensure and Certification policy for required Life Support Certifications upon hire
Specialty Certification relevant to unit’s patient population preferred
No experience necessary; on-the-job training provided

Responsibilities

Utilize the nursing process to develop and implement a comprehensive, age-appropriate plan of care for low acuity patients and families
Meet the educational and informational needs of low acuity patients and families utilizing appropriate principles of teaching/learning
Promote safe, efficient, family-centered care to low acuity patients
Delegate nursing care based on knowledge of staff qualifications/competency and patient care requirements
Provide comprehensive, age-appropriate nursing care for low acuity assigned patients
Assist with the shift supervision of nonprofessional personnel as necessary

Benefits

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years
Inclusive and compassionate team environment
Workplace reflecting the community served with core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity