Registered Nurse Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology RN

The pediatric Gastrointestinal (GI) RN provides nursing support to pediatric patients with complex gastrointestinal conditions. The RNs for this specialized clinic deliver nuanced patient health education assistance with test result interpretation symptom management coordination of long-term care needs and procedural testing. The RNs role is critical to disease management outcomes. The RNs in this ambulatory clinic position manage pediatric patients across a variety of GI sub-specialty clinics. These include motility procedures inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) clinic liver clinic celiac disease clinic and nutrition support clinics. The nurses in this role work at the top of their scope when evaluating patient symptoms over the phone or through patient online messaging. The pediatric GI RN has an expert understanding of specific GI assessments and questions needed to determine the location of inflammation and collaborate with the provider to manage symptoms. They have clinical judgement to know when to suggest supportive care or escalate to the provider for further evaluation or change to the treatment plan. The nurses also assist with coordination of patients in multidisciplinary clinics such as Aerodigestive Clinic and Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) clinic. The RN in this role is often the primary contact for the families to answer questions and ensure the appropriate testing and accommodations are prepared for patients receiving coordinated care.

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care including direct patient care patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model which includes accountability for planning implementing evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role informal and formal leadership roles and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level experience patient acuity fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship.

Graduate of a baccalaureate nursing program as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN CCNE or NLN CNEA at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is required.

No New Grads.

BSN preferred. A minimum of 2 years pediatric nursing experience preferred but new graduates with past experience in pediatrics may be considered. Knowledge of pediatric population characteristics and desired outcomes. Candidates must be able to work independently alongside a team of physicians within the Peds specialty. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership effective communicator and excellent critical thinking skills.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.

One year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of current LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is preferred.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work flexible hours which may include days evenings nights holidays and weekends and on-call. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership effective communicator and excellent critical thinking skills.

Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Arizona and Florida - Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. Midwest - Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area.
Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.