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Outpatient Pediatric Rn Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Baptistfirst

... outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore ... Registered Nurse Pediatrics RN - Registered Nurse Job Type: Regular-Full time Shift : First Shift ...

Baptist Health

Registered Nurse Pediatrics

Montgomery, AL · On-site

$50 - $70/hr

... outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore ... Registered Nurse Pediatrics RN - Registered Nurse. Job Type: Regular-Full time. Shift: First Shift ...

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Community Health Systems

RN Medical Outpatient

Dothan, AL · On-site

$60 - $75/hr

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Outpatient- FULL Time position at Flowers Hospital ... PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred * NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred * Refer ...

Flowers Hospital

RN Medical Outpatient

Dothan, AL

Join us as a Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Outpatient- FULL Time position at Flowers Hospital ... PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred * NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation preferred * Refer ...

CompHealth

Pediatrician

Huntsville, AL

Practice Info * 100% outpatient position * Serving medically underserved population * Join 1 other pediatrician and multiple primary care providers at FQHC * Phone call 1:2 weeks, nurse triaged ...

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What is an outpatient pediatric RN?

An Outpatient Pediatric RN is a registered nurse who specializes in providing nursing care to children in outpatient settings, such as clinics, physician offices, or ambulatory care centers. They assess and monitor young patients, administer medications and vaccinations, assist with procedures, educate families, and coordinate care with physicians and other healthcare professionals. Unlike inpatient nurses, outpatient pediatric RNs typically see patients for scheduled visits rather than extended hospital stays, focusing on preventive care and chronic condition management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an outpatient pediatric RN?

To thrive as an Outpatient Pediatric RN, you need a solid nursing foundation, pediatric care expertise, and an active RN license, often with Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), pediatric assessment tools, and immunization tracking systems is essential. Compassion, patience, and strong communication skills enable effective interactions with young patients and their families. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering safe, age-appropriate care and ensuring positive patient outcomes in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

What are some common challenges faced by outpatient pediatric RNs, and how can they be managed?

Outpatient Pediatric RNs often juggle a fast-paced environment with a high volume of patients, including children with diverse medical needs and anxious families. Managing time efficiently, maintaining clear communication with both families and interdisciplinary team members, and staying adaptable to changing schedules are key challenges. Building rapport with young patients and their caregivers can help ease procedures and improve compliance with care plans. Regular team huddles and ongoing education are helpful strategies to support both patient care and professional growth.

What is the difference between Outpatient Pediatric Rn vs Pediatric Nurse Practitioner?

AspectOutpatient Pediatric RnPediatric Nurse Practitioner
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, Pediatric-specific trainingRN license, Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner certification
Work EnvironmentOutpatient clinics, pediatric offices, community health settingsOutpatient clinics, hospitals, specialty pediatric practices
Job RoleProvide direct patient care, administer treatments, educate familiesDiagnose, treat, and manage pediatric illnesses, prescribe medications

Outpatient Pediatric Rns focus on providing direct care and support in outpatient settings, while Pediatric Nurse Practitioners have advanced training to diagnose and treat illnesses, often with prescribing authority. Both roles are vital in pediatric healthcare but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What cities in Alabama are hiring for Outpatient Pediatric Rn jobs?

Cities in Alabama with the most Outpatient Pediatric Rn job openings:

Outpatient Pediatric Rn jobs near you
Infographic showing various Outpatient Pediatric Rn job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Nurse Manager Outpatient, Pediatrics (Foley) *SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE*

AltaPointe Health

Foley, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

AltaPointe Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
*SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE*
$10,000 sign-on bonus (RN) offered. Details of terms and eligibility will be discussed in the interview.
The Nurse Manager provides strategic leadership, clinical oversight, and operational management of nursing services across Accordia Health's Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) outpatient programs. This position oversees nursing operations within Adult Outpatient, Child & Adolescent Outpatient, Substance Use (SU) Outpatient, and Accordia Pediatrics, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, evidence-based, and patient-centered care.
The Nurse Manager is responsible for nursing practice standards, regulatory compliance, staff development, quality improvement, clinic workflow, interdisciplinary collaboration, and operational excellence while supporting integrated behavioral health and primary care services.
Responsibilities
Primary Job Functions:
Leadership & Program Oversight
  • Direct nursing operations for all assigned CCBHC, FQHC, outpatient, pediatric, and substance use programs.
  • Provide leadership that promotes quality, safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop and implement nursing goals, policies, procedures, and evidence-based practices aligned with organizational priorities.
  • Lead nursing initiatives, operational improvements, and program development activities.
  • Participate in strategic planning, organizational committees, and leadership initiatives.

Nursing Administration
  • Recruit, hire, supervise, coach, and evaluate nursing staff.
  • Ensure staff maintain required licensure, certifications, competencies, and continuing education.
  • Coordinate staffing schedules, clinic coverage, productivity, and workforce development.
  • Foster employee engagement and mentor future nursing leaders.

Clinical Operations
  • Oversee daily nursing operations to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care.
  • Standardize nursing workflows and clinical protocols across assigned clinics.
  • Provide oversight of nursing assessments, medication administration, immunizations, laboratory services, triage, nurse visits, care coordination, patient education, chronic disease management, crisis intervention, emergency response, and behavioral health nursing services.
  • Provide direct clinical care when operational needs require.
  • Collaborate with medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, quality, compliance, and administrative teams to improve patient outcomes and integrated care delivery.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable CCBHC, FQHC, HRSA, Joint Commission, Alabama Board of Nursing, OSHA, HIPAA, CDC, Vaccines for Children (VFC), and organizational standards.
  • Monitor quality measures, patient safety, infection prevention, medication management, and documentation standards.
  • Lead preparation for audits, accreditation surveys, and regulatory reviews while implementing corrective action plans as needed.

Clinic & Resource Management
  • Oversee clinic workflows, medical equipment, inventory, supplies, medications, and vaccine management.
  • Assist with departmental budgeting, purchasing, staffing resources, and operational efficiency.
  • Support implementation of new services, grants, and clinical initiatives.

Collaboration & Patient Care
  • Promote integrated behavioral health and primary care through interdisciplinary collaboration.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and care coordination.
  • Maintain professional nursing standards while providing compassionate, respectful, and culturally competent care to patients and families.

Risk Management
  • Promote a culture of patient safety through incident review, infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and risk mitigation activities.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures that maintain a safe clinical environment.

Administrative and Other related duties as Assigned
  • Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities.
  • Actively participates in AltaPointe committees as required.
  • Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
  • Accesses appropriate community resources according to patient needs
  • Follows AltaPointe policies & procedures.
  • Maintains current State license and requirements for renewals (i.e., CEUs), and attends to required in-services and workshops.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualification:
Possesses current RN's license to practice in the state of Alabama. A minimum of two (2) years proven clinical management experience. Must possess a valid Alabama Driver's License. Must have proof of current liability insurance. Knowledge in adult specialty, outlined below, to be attained within six (6) months of employment:
  • Knowledge of medical and psychiatric disorders in the infant and children population
  • Knowledge of general and family medicine or acute nursing care
  • Significant knowledge of medical terminology
  • Familiarity of pharmacology for infant and children.
  • Knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention, and interventions common to patients with mental health conditions
  • Knowledge of educational methods appropriate to infant and children specific to medical conditions
  • Knowledge of cultural diversity
  • Knowledge of all applicable standards

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