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RN Nurse
Company : Blythedale Children's Hospital
Location : Nyack, NY, 10960
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 23 December 2025
Pay Range
USD $23.09 - USD $24.63 /Hr.About Us
Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 94-bed inpatient facility from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Located just 25 miles north of Manhattan in beautiful Westchester County, we offer an inspiring work environment where healthcare professionals thrive. Learn more about Blythedale on our website here.
Overview
Under the direction of the nursing leader, the Nurse's Aide assists in performing a variety of duties related to the physical care of the patients, including obtaining report of patient assignments from the RN at the start of the shift and providing meticulous care to each child. Nurse's Aides are eligible for an evening and night shift differential and CNA certification pay.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining unit and patients’ rooms compliant with regulatory agency codes and standards, obtaining, recording, and reporting vital signs to RN.
- Changing patients to and from various adaptive equipment as recommended/directed by the therapists or RN, Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
- Assisting with or performing treatment procedures that have been predetermined for each patient, feeding or assisting with feeding of patients during meals/snacks,
- Assisting patients with diapering/toileting/showers as necessary, repositioning assigned patients to promote skin integrity, muscle tone, and maintain body alignment, maintaining excellent hand hygiene, adhering to precautions as required for each patient
- Maintaining professional boundaries and assisting the nurse during emergency situations.
Qualifications
- Prior relevant job experience in a pediatric setting preferred.
- Weekend and holiday commitment.
Education, Licensure, and Certification
- High School Diploma or GED
- CNA certification preferred
- CNA required for certain positions (LTC)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work long shifts, including nights and weekends, while maintaining a high level of care.
- Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition patients safely, often with the aid of equipment like lifts or slings.
- Ability to handle and operate medical equipment, as well as perform tasks such as taking vital signs or administering medications.
- Must be able to move/lift equipment and patients a minimum of 35-40 lbs.
- Must exhibit fine motor coordination in the manipulation of biomedical equipment (e.g., thermometers, scissors, etc.)
Perks of Working at Blythedale
- Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience.
- Retirement Plans with Employer Matching: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies.
- Safe Work Environment: Commitment to nursing safety and well-being.
- Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees.
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Frequently asked questions
Nyack’s healthcare sector, especially pediatric nursing, sees steady demand for skilled RN Nurses. Blythedale Children’s Hospital, a specialized center, attracts experienced professionals, making competition moderate. Candidates with pediatric experience or CNA certification often stand out in this region’s job market.
Employers like Blythedale Children’s Hospital prefer RN Nurses with CNA certification and pediatric experience. Local healthcare facilities value credentials supporting child-focused care, including pediatric advanced life support (PALS), enhancing your chances in Nyack and surrounding counties.
Success as an RN Nurse in pediatrics hinges on acute patient observation, proficient vital sign monitoring, and skillful use of adaptive equipment. Strong communication and empathy are vital, especially when managing complex medical needs in children within specialized hospital units.
Pediatric RN Nurses can evolve into clinical nurse specialists, nurse educators, or nurse managers. Hospitals like Blythedale encourage further certifications and offer mentorship programs, providing pathways to leadership roles and specialized pediatric care expertise.
At Blythedale, RN Nurses engage extensively with complex pediatric cases in a free-standing specialty hospital, unlike general hospital RNs. The role demands familiarity with pediatric adaptive equipment and a focus on long-term child patient care, fostering specialized nursing skills.
Blythedale offers a focused pediatric environment with advanced inpatient facilities and a culture emphasizing comprehensive developmental care. This distinct setting provides RN Nurses with the chance to impact children with complex conditions alongside multidisciplinary teams.
RN Nurses at Blythedale earn between $23.09 and $24.63 per hour, reflecting specialized pediatric care expertise. This competitive pay range aligns with Westchester County’s healthcare salary standards, rewarding skills and certifications relevant to pediatric nursing.
RN Nurses often lift or reposition patients weighing up to 40 lbs, operate various biomedical devices, and manage extended shifts that include nights and weekends. Physical stamina combined with fine motor skills is crucial for maintaining high-quality pediatric care.
Nurses at Blythedale benefit from structured shift differentials for evenings and nights, but the demanding pediatric care environment requires adaptability. Many appreciate the balance offered by competitive PTO and employer-supported retirement plans, aiding sustainable careers.
A frequent myth is that pediatric RN Nurses only perform basic care, but they actually manage complex treatments, adaptive technologies, and emergency interventions. This role demands advanced clinical judgment and emotional resilience in a highly specialized setting.