Health Care District of Palm Beach County·Belle Glade, Florida
This position provides safe and effective nursing care and treatment to patients in the Pediatric Med-Surgery Nursing Department, working collaboratively with the managed care team and ancillary personnel. Essential functions include delivering direct patient care, frequently evaluating patient status, developing care plans, and ensuring adherence to established regulations, policies, and medical instructions.
Join Lakeside Medical Center and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families in our community. We’re looking for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Pediatric Med-Surg team on the night shift. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Make a real impact in a close-knit, community-focused hospital Enjoy night shift stability with a supportive, team-oriented environment Gain broad pediatric clinical experience across diverse patient needs Take on a hands-on role that builds and strengthens advanced nursing skills Grow your career with supportive leadership and mentorship Be part of a collaborative culture where your voice is valued Key Responsibilities Provide direct nursing care with a focus on pediatric patients Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions; report changes promptly Administer medications, IV therapy, and treatments per physician orders and hospital policy Develop and implement patient-centered care plans with families and care teams Delegate and supervise LPNs and CNAs to ensure high-quality care Maintain accurate documentation and uphold safety, infection control, and regulatory standards Communicate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams Support admissions, discharges, procedures, and patient/family education Emergency duty may be required of the incumbent that includes working in special needs or Red Cross shelters or to perform other emergency duties including, but not limited to, responses to threats or actual disasters, man-made or natural.
The role requires providing nursing care qualified for the patient population served (infant through geriatric) while functioning as a team member within hospital standards. Key duties involve frequent patient status evaluation, accurate charting, appropriate delegation and supervision of LPNs and CNAs, and developing patient-focused goals with patient/family involvement.
Market context
Florida hospitals commonly need pediatric med-surg nurses who can handle varied patient acuity, coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, and maintain accurate documentation. This role is competitive because employers look for strong assessment skills, safe delegation, and the ability to care for patients across the lifespan while meeting hospital standards. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare the original posting, then tailor your application to highlight pediatric experience, charting accuracy, and supervision of LPNs and CNAs.
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