Pediatric Rheumatology Registered Nurse
San Antonio, Texas
Children's Hospital of San Antonio

Pediatric Rheumatology Travel Nurse

Location: San Antonio, Texas
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 5 days per week, 8 hours per day

Job Summary

Provide general nursing care in a pediatric rheumatology clinic setting. Responsibilities include medication administration, assisting healthcare providers, patient assessment, education, and documentation. Utilize critical thinking and evidence-based practice to develop and modify individualized care plans.

Patient Population

• Pediatric patients with rheumatology conditions

Key Responsibilities

• Perform nursing care consistent with ANA Scope and Standards of Practice
• Administer medications and treatments; monitor for side effects and effectiveness
• Assess and address psychological, emotional, cultural, social, and developmental needs of patients and families
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on health needs and resources
• Facilitate patient throughput including admission, discharge, and transfer planning
• Maintain and troubleshoot medical equipment; ensure proper use and maintenance
• Process and validate medical orders, including standing and preprinted orders
• Read and interpret patient charts accurately; identify and report discrepancies
• Promote patient safety and respond to safety concerns from patients and families
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members across the continuum of care
• Participate in nursing research, quality improvement, and compliance with clinical policies

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Completion of a Nurse Residency Program
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric clinical patient care experience within the last year

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Work Schedule

• Full-time, 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not specified as required.
• Focus on pediatric rheumatology patient care in an outpatient clinic environment.