RN - NICU

NICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Pasadena, TX

Unit Information:

• Number of Beds: 25
• Number of Staff: 41
• Staff Breakdown:
  • Day Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, Registered Nurses (number varies based on volume), 1 Unit Secretary (Monday-Friday)
  • Night Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, Registered Nurses (number varies based on volume)
• Patient Ratios: Level 2 (1:2-3), Level 3 (1:3-4)
• EMR: Meditech Expanse

Position Overview:

The NICU Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality care to premature and critically ill neonates. This role involves utilizing specialized skills for neonatal respiratory support, central line management, medication administration, and monitoring. Candidates must thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating a calm and compassionate demeanor while engaging effectively with families.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Conduct neonatal resuscitation and provide respiratory support.
• Execute feeding tube placement and care for IV/central lines.
• Perform blood draws and administer medications/infusions.
• Implement phototherapy and manage thermoregulation for critically ill neonates.

Qualifications:

Required Skills:

• Recent NICU experience, specifically with the care of premature and critically ill neonates.
• Proficiency in neonatal respiratory support and central line management.
• Ability to administer medications safely to neonates.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in Level III/IV NICU settings and attendance at high-risk deliveries.
• Familiarity with ventilators, CPAP, high-frequency ventilation, and various central venous lines (PICC/UVC/UAC).
• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) is highly regarded.

Personality Fit:

The ideal candidate will be calm under pressure, compassionate, detail-oriented, team-focused, adaptable, and capable of clear communication with families.

Dress Code:

Scrubs: Royal Blue

Additional Requirements:

Active Registered Nurse license, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification are mandatory. Additional certifications may be required based on facility standards.

Floating Areas:

May be required to float to Mother-Baby/Postpartum units.