Pediatric Nurse Manager

Nature of Position: The Pediatric Nurse Manager ensures that the healthcare facility is safe and meets the needs of patients and their families. They will make sure there is adequate staff for the facility and that the staff is well trained to meet the safety and health of patients. The Nurse Manager will also work in the clinic to fill in when needed in the clinical area to include all nursing duties and any testing required. This position ensures staffing, training and ongoing education. The Nurse Manager will supervise their staff for performance, giving feedback on an ongoing basis. They enforce local, state and federal laws in a healthcare facility. There may be special projects given to the Pediatric Nurse Manager by the CEO/COO such as implementing duties needed as specified by a grant and/or organizing and directing vaccine and testing programs during a pandemic.

Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Supervision of clinical support staff
• Overseeing the hiring and development of clinical support staff
• Communicating with families and providers as needed
• Chart audits
• Medical supply ordering
• Overseeing the Vaccine Program
• COVID vaccine protocol and coordination as well as testing
• Other duties as assigned
• Maintaining high standards of care for all patients
• Representing the clinical team at senior-level leadership meetings

Pediatric Nurse Manager Skills:

• Excellent multitasking and organization skills
• Ability to lead and instruct others
• Interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written communication
• Up-to-date knowledge of nursing practices, methods and tools
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Pediatric Nurse Manager qualifications:

• The Pediatric Nurse Manager must be a registered nurse. They should have at least an associate degree, though many employers prefer a bachelor’s degree. They also need to pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nursing-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN), and maintain a current nursing license. The candidate must know and understand pediatrics with at least two years of experience.