Pediatric Acute Care RN

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Central Oregon Pediatric Associates (COPA) of Bend, Oregon , the largest pediatric practice in the region, is hiring a part-time Evening and Weekend Acute Care RN.

Schedule : This position is 0.6 FTE / 3 days a week. Evenings (12 : 00am-8 : 30pm), Weekends (8 : 30am - 4 : 00pm). Required to work every other weekend.

At COPA, the Evening and Weekend Acute Care RN plays an integral role serving patients at our friendly and welcoming medical clinic for children of all ages.

The Evening and Weekend Acute Care RN is responsible for the comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for pediatric patients across age groups, with an emphasis on managing acute care appointments and urgent pediatric needs. This position is integral in providing high-quality, timely care in a fast-paced environment, meeting COPA’s standards of care.

The role of the Evening and Weekend Acute Care RN will include but is not limited to the following duties :

Maintains an in-depth knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and standards in pediatric acute care, and adheres to COPA’s policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements :

• Conducts thorough, efficient assessments for infants, toddlers, school-age children, and adolescents in acute situations, prioritizing based on patient condition or presenting symptoms in line with COPA protocols.
• Quickly develops, organizes, and implements nursing care plans for acute pediatric conditions, ensuring all interventions align with physician orders and patient needs.
• Administers pediatric medications, treatments, and immunizations accurately and promptly, following COPA’s protocols for acute care settings.
• Supports patients needing complex care management with nursing appointments and updating care plans
• Manages NG tubes, G-tubes, port draws, and hydration therapy as part of acute care management.
• Efficiently navigates EHR systems for prompt documentation, order entry, and access to patient information, ensuring accurate and timely updates to the medical record.
• Acts independently to assess and manage acute symptoms within the scope of practice, utilizing sound clinical judgment and critical thinking.
• Provides essential support to CMA teams and providers, including administering immunizations, assisting with rooming patients, and aiding in acute procedures, particularly during high-volume periods.
• Educates patients and their families on acute conditions, treatment plans, and post-visit care to enhance understanding and support recovery.
• Ensures appropriate levels of supplies and equipment for acute care appointments, facilitating a well-prepared clinic environment.
• Actively engages in continued learning to maintain skills relevant to acute care, staying current with industry trends and best practices.
• Assists in training new staff in acute care practices, promoting a culture of excellence and safety.
• Provides consistent, dependable care during designated evening and weekend hours, responding flexibly to acute patient needs.

Qualifications

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In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

COPA is looking for a candidate with a strong work ethic and a passion for the health of each of our patients. The right candidate will thrive in a private practice where they have the opportunity and flexibility to positively impact the life of a child and their family. If this opportunity resonates with you and you can demonstrate a history of high quality, service-oriented performance, we welcome your application! Please submit a cover letter explaining your desire to work in Pediatrics, your current resume and apply online at www.copakids.com.

COPA is a 5-Star Patient-Centered Primary Care Home, the highest designation, and awarded to clinics which integrate advanced, transformative medical processes and proven best practices for positive patient outcomes. We’re proud of our teams which commit to excellence in a supportive work environment where the patients’ needs come first.

COPA expects all team members, from operations to medical departments, to have a deep commitment to the objectives of COPA, support their fellow team members, and provide the best experience for patients. The right candidate has demonstrated a work ethic that exhibits professionalism while exceeding every expectation of service.

COPA employees are a close-knit group that collaborates to ensure all children are well served. We focus on maintaining a culture of high performance in a personable work environment. The right candidate has a history of positive interactions in team environments, and friendly demeanor toward people of all ages and backgrounds. COPA provides a competitive total pay and benefits package.

About COPA - Central Oregon Pediatric Associates (COPA) has provided excellent, comprehensive and compassionate medical care to children in Central Oregon for over 45 years. Our mission is to provide all children with outstanding medical care and exceed their expectations in a friendly and welcoming environment. COPA is a thriving, independent partnership whose healthcare quality measures exceed all medical care facilities in the region. In addition to pediatric primary care services and procedures, COPA’s Pediatric Center of Excellence also provides behavioral health specialists, lactation services, care coordinators, and newborn patient advocates. We’re committed to serving families where English is not the first language and have interpreters at every location and all shifts. COPA hosts in its clinics over a dozen visiting pediatric specialists from children’s hospitals in Portland, Oregon. COPA has four convenient locations in Bend and Redmond, and is open seven days a week with extended hours, and offers 24 / 7 telephone pediatric nurse advice.

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