Registered Nurse; RN Pediatrics

Overview

Registered Nurse (RN) – Pediatrics – Day shift. Sign‑on bonus up to $20,000.

Schedule:

3 12‑hour shifts (7A–7P).

Job location:

In‑person. The unit is a 6‑bed pediatric ward with a 1:4 nurse‑to‑patient ratio. Patients include infants with hyperbilirubinemia, post‑operative tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy cases, and low‑acuity respiratory conditions. During low census, RNs may also care for post‑operative GYN and mother‑baby patients.

• Perform all aspects of patient care to optimize safety and reduce medical/health care errors.
• Formulate an individualized plan of care, revise according to patient response, and evaluate effectiveness daily.
• Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition to the care team, provider, patient, and family following the chain of command.
• Collaborate across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including transfer, discharge, referral, and spiritual/psychosocial support.
• Evaluate learning needs of patient and/or family and provide appropriate education based on age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Advocate for the physical and emotional well‑being of the patient and protect patient rights.

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and partial coverage for part‑time employees.
• Financial protection: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & career growth: tuition assistance for higher education and certification, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee well‑being programs: free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

• Current RN license in a VA or compact state; associate’s degree in nursing required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified or within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in an acute care hospital preferred.
• Hourly range: $33.19 – $44.81.

Sovah Health – Danville is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to EEO for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.