Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic RN (CLIN NURSE 2)

$146,037 - $196,498/Yr

University of California - Sacramento, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Sacramento, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic RN (CLIN NURSE 2) at UC Davis Health System is responsible for providing comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care to children and adolescents with endocrine disorders. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. The RN will exercise independent judgment and leadership skills, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations while promoting patient satisfaction and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide total, comprehensive, continuous, and patient-centered care.
• Assess, document, plan, implement, teach, develop, and evaluate a comprehensive nursing plan of care.
• Deliver direct patient care and ensure patient satisfaction.
• Train and delegate duties to other nursing team members.
• Adhere to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations.
• Participate in patient and staff education.
• Demonstrate leadership skills and accountability for own practices.

Requirements

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• CDCES certification within one year of hire
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• At least three (3) years of recent RN experience
• At least two (2) years of recent pediatric RN experience in an acute hospital inpatient or ambulatory clinic care setting
• At least one (1) year of experience caring for pediatric patients living with diabetes (Type 1 and 2)
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing
• Commitment to excellence in patient care
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care considering protective interventions and physiological characteristics specific to the patients
• Understanding of pediatric endocrine disorders, including diabetes, growth disorders, thyroid conditions, pubertal disorders, adrenal gland disorders, gender dysphoria, and other hormonal imbalances
• Knowledge of endocrine diagnostic testing and procedures
• Understanding of treatment modalities for pediatric endocrine conditions, including insulin therapy and hormone replacement therapy

Nice-to-haves

• Current specialty certification
• Recent RN experience in ambulatory care
• Recent experience caring for pediatric endocrinology patients
• Experience working with diabetes technology

Benefits

• High quality and low-cost medical plans
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays annually
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses
• WorkLife and Wellness programs
• On-site Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental insurance offered
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer
• Retirement benefit options including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans