Location & Practice Overview

The role is located at the Tucson Synagis Clinic, an outpatient pediatric site under Hacienda HealthCare. Care is delivered in a dedicated clinical environment oriented toward preventive services for high-risk infants.

Practice Type Outpatient pediatric clinic
Care Delivery On-site clinical setting
Program Synagis clinic
City & State Tucson, Arizona
Organizational Context Hacienda HealthCare network

Responsibilities

  • Conduct pediatric assessments and administer ordered injections for high-risk infants.
  • Document care thoroughly in nursing notes, medication records, and condition reports.
  • Oversee non-licensed staff performance and approve their documentation.
  • Coordinate with respiratory therapy to support ordered interventions.
  • Educate team members and families on care routines and equipment.
  • Follow all safety protocols, including PPE use, and complete required training.

Additional duties may include staff-level interventions such as first aid or vaccinations when requested by the organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

An active Arizona RN license is required. Pediatric or NICU experience and PALS certification are preferred. Core certifications and physical standards must be met.

License
Current Arizona RN license
Required Certifications
CPR; ACLS and PALS within six months of hire (must maintain)
Preferred Background
Pediatric hospital or NICU experience; developmental disability experience preferred but not required
Physical Requirements
Able to complete a 50-pound lifting test; Class 1 fingerprint clearance card; minimum age 18
Language
Clear verbal and written English for clinical and emergency communication

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is provided on an hourly PRN basis. Benefit eligibility for PRN staff follows employer guidelines.

  • Compensation: $42–$52 per hour
  • PRN hourly structure
  • Benefits eligibility determined by employer PRN terms

Schedule & Work Environment

Status PRN / as-needed
Location Type On-site outpatient clinic
Flexibility Scheduled according to clinic needs
Position Classification Safety-sensitive

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Care is provided to medically fragile infants and young children who need specialized outpatient preventive support, especially those at elevated respiratory risk.

Age Range Infants and young children
Population Medically fragile and high-risk infants
Setting Type Outpatient preventive clinic
Clinical Needs Specialized monitoring and support for respiratory vulnerability

Clinical Focus & Key Services

Clinical activity centers on Synagis administration and related pediatric support for infants at high risk of severe RSV illness within an outpatient clinic framework.

Core Service Synagis (palivizumab) injection for RSV prevention
Assessment Pediatric evaluation of premature and high-risk infants
Supportive Elements Familiarity with enteral feeding support and common monitoring equipment
Care Model Dedicated outpatient Synagis program

Role Highlights

The position differs from standard inpatient pediatric nursing through its concentrated outpatient focus on RSV prophylaxis.

  • Specialized Synagis clinic environment rather than general hospital unit work
  • PRN flexibility aligned with preventive clinic operations
  • Direct engagement with premature and medically complex infants in an outpatient model

About Hacienda HealthCare

Hacienda HealthCare is a Phoenix-based nonprofit founded in 1967. It delivers specialized medical and therapeutic services for medically fragile infants, children, teens, and young adults, as well as individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. The organization operates multiple programs and facilities across Arizona, including outpatient clinics.

Type Nonprofit healthcare organization
Founded 1967
Primary Populations Medically fragile and developmentally disabled children and young adults
Footprint Arizona (Phoenix headquarters; clinics including Tucson)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this primarily an outpatient pediatric nursing role?
Yes. The position is centered on the Tucson Synagis Clinic outpatient program, with emphasis on pediatric assessments and Synagis administration for high-risk infants rather than traditional inpatient hospital nursing.
Is prior Synagis or RSV-prevention experience required?
It is not listed as mandatory. Pediatric hospital or NICU experience and PALS certification are noted as preferred additional qualifications.
When must ACLS and PALS be completed?
Both must be obtained within six months of hire and maintained ongoing. CPR is required at the start of employment.
Is experience with developmental disabilities required?
It is preferred but not required.
What physical standards apply?
Candidates must pass a 50-pound weight-lifting test and hold a Class 1 fingerprint clearance card.
Does the RN oversee non-licensed staff?
Yes. The nurse monitors the quality of care provided by non-licensed staff and reviews and approves their documentation.

About This Pediatric RN Opportunity in Tucson

This PRN registered nurse role supports the Tucson Synagis Clinic within Hacienda HealthCare. The work focuses on outpatient pediatric nursing for high-risk infants, including assessments and Synagis administration for RSV prevention. Candidates need an active Arizona RN license and CPR certification, with ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire. Pediatric or NICU experience is preferred. The posted compensation for this PRN position is $42–$52 per hour. Scheduling is flexible and driven by clinic needs rather than fixed inpatient shifts. The position offers nurses the chance to contribute to specialized preventive care for medically fragile infants in an outpatient setting while meeting Arizona practice standards and organizational safety requirements.

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