RN Childrens

Registered Nurse – Children’s Unit

CHI St. Alexius Health | Bismarck, ND
Full-Time • $17,500 Sign-On Bonus

What You’ll Do

Working under the guidance of the Clinical Coordinator, you’ll care for infants, children, and adolescents with the blend of empathy, expertise, and calm confidence that only a pediatric nurse brings. You’ll assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and supervise patient care according to our policies, the ND Nurse Practice Act, and national best practices.

Core Responsibilities

• Bring our mission to life by fostering a healing, kid-centered environment that honors the emotional, physical, psychological, and spiritual needs of children and their families.

• Deliver safe, high-quality care by adhering to CHI St. Alexius standards, ND Board of Nursing guidelines, and all regulatory policies.

• Use the full nursing process—assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation—to create individualized care plans focused on optimal outcomes for pediatric patients.

• Support and educate families with warmth and clarity, helping them understand care plans, treatments, and what to expect—because parents need comfort too.

• Promote safety by maintaining strict infection-control practices, safe medication administration, and compliance with controlled substance regulations.

• Delegate with purpose, respect, and awareness of team member competencies and each child’s unique needs.

• Document care with accuracy and compassion, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and medical center standards.

• Collaborate like a pro, building strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and the entire care team to support coordinated, family-centered care.

• Maintain unit-specific and age-specific competencies, continuing to grow your pediatric skill set.

Work Agreement:

• Shift Type - days
• Shift Length - 12 hour
• On Call Expectations - no
• Weekend/Holiday Frequency- every third weekend/ two holidays per year with the exception of the Easter rotation

What You Need to Have

Education:

• Nursing degree from an approved school of nursing.

Licensure:

• Current RN license in ND or compact state.

• Graduate Nurses are welcome—must practice under RN supervision while work authorization is valid.

Experience:

• No pediatric experience required. We’ll train you, support you, and help you thrive.

Skills:

• Strong clinical foundation and curiosity to grow in pediatrics.

• BLS certification (or ability to obtain during orientation).

Interpersonal Superpowers:

• Excellent communication with patients, families, and team members.

• Ability to stay calm, compassionate, and clear—even when caring for stressed parents or scared little ones.

• Commitment to teamwork, confidentiality, and positive professional relationships.

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services.  CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.