RN - NICU

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse (NICU RN)

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse (NICU RN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and experience in a Level 3 NICU environment.

Job Details

• Unit Type: NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
• Shift: Night Shift; 7 PM - 7 AM
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every Other Weekend (EOW)
• Holidays: 2 major holidays per year

Qualifications

• Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years of NICU experience required
• Certifications:
  • BLS Certification
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • PALS and STABLE certifications preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional nursing care to patients in the NICU
• Work with a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1:1 to 1:3 in NICU
• Attend to patients with a variety of conditions, including those requiring cooling therapy and the care of feeders/growers
• Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) system (Cerner) for documentation
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including in-house neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and pharmacy staff
• Float to other units as needed, including Nursery and Pediatrics, based on experience

Equipment Familiarity

• Experience with high-frequency oscillators, ventilators, CPAP, and high-flow nasal cannula is preferred
• Knowledge of Phillips telemetry is a plus, although reading telemetry is not required

Orientation

• Floor-specific orientation includes 2-3 shifts in NICU and 2 shifts in Pediatrics

If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about providing high-quality care in a specialized NICU setting, we encourage you to apply.