RN Ambulatory Specialty - Pediatrics
Matthews, North Carolina
- License
- RN license
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed or candidates with previous experience working with pediatric patients or in a medical office setting, though motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply!
- License
- If your RN nursing license has beeninactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license.
- License
- In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
- License
- Current RN license in appropriate state, required.
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Preferred
- Certification
- ACLS, PALS, BAT and DOT, preferred.
- Education
- 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred.
- Experience
- One year relevant experience, preferred.
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questionsAround graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license
Why start this early?
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit
On your path
Pediatrics is open from year one. Children's hospitals run their own new grad residencies.
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What We Offer
Novant Health Matthews Children's Clinic is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse!
Work Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:15am-5:15pm or 8:30am-5:30pm
The position is eligible for full-time benefits
The Registered Nurse serves as a leader of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with physicians and other team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate an individualized plan of care that promotes optimal health or supports a peaceful death. The Registered Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the patient in navigating their health journey. The Registered Nurse accepts responsibility, authority, and accountability for management and provision of care in accordance with the current policies and procedures.
This role is ideal for candidates with previous experience working with pediatric patients or in a medical office setting, though motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply!
When you join Novant Health as a RN Ambulatory, you will be able to
- Build your skills and experience in a pediatric practice
- Work alongside an experienced, collaborative clinical team
- Grow your career through professional development and advancement opportunities
- Access tuition reimbursement and Future Forward education benefits
- Enjoy a competitive benefits package and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
What We're Looking For
Education
4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required. If your RN nursing license has beeninactive, retired or lapsed for five years or more and you have not been licensed in another state during the last five years, successful completion of a Board approved refresher course is required prior to reactivating or reinstating your license. In order to be considered for current licensure status, you must apply for reinstatement within one year of completing the refresher course.
Experience
One year relevant experience, preferred.
- Licensure/
Certification
Current RN license in appropriate state, required. ACLS, PALS, BAT and DOT, preferred.
What You'll Do
- Triage incoming patient phone calls and address clinical inquiries appropriately.
- Process medication refill requests in accordance with provider instructions and clinical protocols.
- Monitor and respond to patient messages through MyChart, ensuring timely communication and follow-up.
- Document patient interactions and clinical information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Cross-train to perform patient rooming duties and administer vaccines as needed to support clinic operations.
What's around it?
Matthews, NCFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 6% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,764/mo
- Household income
- $108,611/yr, all local households, not nurse pay