Pediatric I. V. Team Registered Nurse

The word “first” is inextricably linked with The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Since opening its doors in 1855 as the nation's first hospital devoted exclusively to the care of children, Children's Hospital has been the setting for many dramatic firsts, medical discoveries and breakthroughs that have formed the very foundations of pediatric medicine and benefited children throughout the world.Today, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is a growing network of facilities and resources that provides exceptional healthcare to all children, for every possible need.Find out why we were ranked the #1 pediatric hospital in the nation by both Child Magazine and U.S. News & World Report. If you're looking to join a pediatric institution as your employer of choice, you need to look at the best in the nation.The IV Team RN role includes obtaining peripheral/central access, providing formal/informal clincal consultation, education and training and developing/disseminating best practices in pediatric intravenous therapy. Dynamic environment with focus on staff development, advanced practices such as PICC placement in Interventional Radiology Suite and Intensive Care Units. The VAS strives to promote standardization and incorporation of evidence-based "best practices" where available, and identify potential areas for further research.If you are a results-oriented individual with a passion for excellence, we invite you to learn more about the many opportunities and benefits The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia offers. Our employees enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes major medical, vision and dental benefits; tuition assistance; employer contribution retirement plan; work/life benefits; extensive training and staff development. And, of course, the opportunity to challenge themselves at a world-class institution.
REQUIREMENTS
Current PA RN license, PALS, BCLS, IV certification.Graduation from NLN accredited school of nursing or college.At least 2 years prior pediatric experience.Other nursing experience ( ICU, ER, PICU, NICU) contributes to job requirements to provide comprehensive nursing care to the ambulatory pediatric patient.Ability to foster environment which values diversity, open communication, teamwork.Ability to promote cooperation between individuals and departments to provide the best systems for care and customer service.Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English.