RN II-Ambulatory; Allergy

We are seeking a full-time RN II - Ambulatory to join our Allergy team in Orlando, Florida.

At Nemours Children's, nursing is about more than delivering clinical care. It is about partnering with children and their families, building trust, providing education, and helping each child achieve the healthiest possible future. As an RN II - Ambulatory, you will provide and coordinate pediatric nursing care while also taking on greater responsibility for program development, staff education, leadership, and the day-to-day management of an assigned program or specialty.

This is an opportunity to grow your nursing career within an organization that is investing in its talent and building programs to meet the needs of the healthiest generations of children. Our culture supports and allows individuals to flourish, particularly those who bring energy, perseverance, and a willingness to take on challenges. If you like to teach, solve problems, develop programs, and be part of a story of growth, you will find opportunities to make a meaningful difference here.

The RN II - Ambulatory provides and coordinates individualized, evidence-based nursing care in partnership with the child, family, multidisciplinary care team, and appropriate community resources. The RN II manages a designated patient population, provides education and care coordination, and promotes continuity of care across services.

In addition to clinical responsibilities, the RN II is responsible for the development and management of an assigned program or specialty. This includes establishing and evaluating program goals and objectives, supporting day-to-day operations, providing staff education and training, maintaining program documentation, and collaborating with leadership to develop policies, procedures, and initiatives that support program objectives.

The RN II uses sound clinical judgment and considers each patient's developmental, cultural, ethnic, and religious values and beliefs when planning and delivering care. The RN II evaluates patient and family responses to interventions, communicates changes or concerns to the care team, and adjusts the plan of care as appropriate.

• Provides nursing care to patients within an assigned population using the nursing process and knowledge of pediatric growth and development, pathophysiology, and family dynamics.
• Develops and manages activities for an assigned program or specialty, makes appropriate clinical decisions, and works in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Plans, develops, and implements program goals and objectives in collaboration with leadership.
• Continuously evaluates program objectives and implements changes as needed to improve program effectiveness and meet evolving needs.
• Plans and conducts staff meetings to support compliance with established practices and keep associates informed of current standards.
• Develops appropriate training and orientation programs to support staff competency and development.
• Compiles and maintains accurate records, reports, and documentation of program activities to support program evaluation.
• Documents all aspects of nursing care accurately and appropriately.
• Provides leadership, staff education, and support to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Role models leadership by actively supporting and communicating our mission, vision, and strategic plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

We are looking for nurses who bring clinical expertise, compassion, and the confidence to take on greater responsibility in an ambulatory setting. Successful candidates demonstrate:

• Clinical judgment and independence - Make sound clinical decisions and demonstrates appropriate autonomy in patient care and program responsibilities.
• Leadership and initiative - Take ownership of assigned responsibilities, identifies opportunities for improvement, and works collaboratively with leadership to advance program goals.
• Communication and collaboration - Build effective relationships with children, families, physicians, nurses, and other members of the care team.
• Teaching and mentorship - Provide clear patient and family education and supports the education, orientation, and development of colleagues.
• Organization and program management - Effectively balances patient care, program activities, staff support, meetings, documentation, and other priorities.
• Adaptability and perseverance - Respond positively to…