Pediatric Registered Nurse - RN

Title: Pediatric Registered Nurse - RN
Pay Rate: $62 - $65 per hour
Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Per Diem

Schedule: 8:00 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. start time, 10-hour shifts 

About DocGo:

DocGo is leading the proactive healthcare revolution with an innovative care delivery platform that includes mobile health services, population health, remote patient monitoring, and ambulance services. DocGo disrupts the traditional four-wall healthcare system by providing high quality, highly affordable care to patients where and when they need it. DocGo's proprietary, AI-powered technology, logistics network, and dedicated field staff of over 5,000 certified health professionals elevate the quality of patient care and drive efficiencies for municipalities, hospital networks, and health insurance providers. With Mobile Health, DocGo empowers the full promise and potential of telehealth by facilitating healthcare treatment, in tandem with a remote physician, in the comfort of a patient's home or workplace. Together with DocGo's integrated Ambulnz medical transport services, DocGo is bridging the gap between physical and virtual care.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN) with a specialization in administering vaccines to infants although you will administer vaccines in populations up to 10 years old. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in promoting infant health by ensuring timely and accurate immunizations, educating parents, and maintaining up-to-date records. This role requires exceptional communication skills, a strong understanding of pediatric immunization schedules, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. 

Job Duties:

• Safely administer vaccines to infants in accordance with the CDC’s immunization schedule and facility protocols. 

• Monitor infants for any adverse reactions and provide appropriate interventions as needed

• Provide parents and caregivers with clear, evidence-based information about vaccines, including benefits, potential side effects, and post-vaccination care. 

• Address parental concerns and answer questions to promote vaccine confidence. 

• Accurately document vaccine administration in electronic health records (EHR).

• Ensure compliance with state and federal immunization reporting requirements. 

• Work closely with pediatricians, other nurses, and healthcare staff to ensure seamless patient care.

• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions to stay updated on immunization guidelines and best practices.   

• Adhere to strict infection control protocols to ensure the safety of patients and staff. 

• Maintain a clean and organized workspace. 

• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• CA RN License

• BLS with American Heart Association

• PALS with American Heart Association

• Valid CA Driver's License (minimum of 2 years) and acceptable driving record

• Must have experience working with Pediatric patients, ideally infants 

• Strong knowledge of pediatric immunization schedules and contraindications.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively educate and support families. 

• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems. 

• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic healthcare setting. 

• Fluent in Spanish language highly preferred 

• 2 or more years of nursing experience preferred 

EEO/AAP Statement:  DocGo is an equal opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to crafting and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.  DocGo is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position.  As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.