Registered Nurse RN, Newington Pediatrics

About This Role

The Registered Nurse (RN) in Newington Pediatrics will provide nursing care and support to patients while collaborating with the care team. This role is ideal for a compassionate nurse who enjoys working in a pediatric setting and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

• Pay: $28.94 – $51.63 per hour
• Location: Newington, CT
• Facility: Pro Health Physicians
• Brand/Division: Optum
• Department/Unit: Pediatrics
• Schedule: Full time, 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday, 4 10-hour days, including one Saturday shift every 6 weeks

• Support the care team and its patients by providing and documenting nursing care following established standards and practices.
• Provide patient care and education and assist in locating and coordinating services from other providers and resources.
• Serve as liaison between patients, staff, and providers.
• Document all patient interactions and other clinical activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Act as a member of the care team, including preparing patients to be seen by collecting and recording height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, head circumference, current medications, and chief complaint.
• Triage patients according to approved protocols and consistent with Pro Health's Appointment and Scheduling Guidelines.
• Answer and document patient phone calls; take complete messages and route to providers as needed using the EHR.
• Provide and document patient care such as giving injections and performing preventive screenings.
• Educate patients regarding their illness or injury and provide instruction regarding self-management of their condition.
• Schedule tests, treatments, and follow‑up visits on behalf of patients.

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Experience: 1 year of nursing experience.
• Licenses &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Currently licensed as an RN in the State of Connecticut; BLS/CPR certification preferred.