Pediatric Triage RN
Peterborough, NH
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics / Triage (Days)

Location: Peterborough, New Hampshire
Employment Type: Temporary Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (will accept 13 weeks, prefer 26 weeks)

Job Description

• Position is in a rural location; candidates must be comfortable driving in winter weather using their own vehicle.
• No local travelers accepted (permanent address must be 50+ miles from facility).
• Role involves prescribing and coordinating professional nursing care for pediatric patients independently within nursing practice guidelines and hospital policies.
• Utilize the Nursing Process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
• Teach and direct clinical support staff (LPNs and Medical Assistants) in delegated tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals to develop individualized patient care plans.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records; report changes or concerns promptly.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, following hospital policies.
• Educate patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventive care.
• Provide emotional support and advocate for patients’ rights.
• Comply with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with medical advancements.

Required Experience & Skills

• Pediatric experience is required.
• At least 2 years of clinic experience required.
• Experience in triage/telephone nursing (approximately 80% of time spent on phone with patients).
• Clinic or medical office experience required.
• Knowledge and ability to communicate effectively with patients regarding medication, medical history, and diagnosis.
• Critical Access Hospital experience is highly preferred.

Certifications & Documentation Requirements

• Active American Heart Association BLS certification (must be current).
• License verification (all licenses/certifications must be current at time of submission).
• Work history and skills checklist for clinic nursing within the past year required.
• One supervisory signed reference from the past year of employment required.
• Permanent address must be included in submission file.

Additional Information

• Facility is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital offering medical, surgical, intensive care, obstetrics, pediatrics, and mental health services.
• Outpatient services include pulmonary, cardiac, physical rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, laboratory, and radiology.
• Electronic Medical Record system used: McKesson.
• Normal business hours: 8-hour shifts.
• Overtime and holiday pay multipliers apply.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

Candidates should ensure housing options are considered prior to applying.