RN - Neonatal ICU

Clinical Staff - NursingThe Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct patient care to assigned patients in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (F5/H5). This is a 64 bed NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) with single-room design providing care for early high-risk, low birth weight infants as well as acutely ill full-term newborns. NICU is a Level IIIB Nursery and provides 24/7 physician and nursing care to serve the citizens of the State of Arkansas. High level developmental and technological care is combined with the specialized neonatal expertise of our health care team. The dedication of our NICU team allows us to provide patient- and family-centered care through Comfort, Hope and Healing to each infant and their family.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with Associates Degree, Nursing Diploma, Bachelors in Nursing, or Master's in Nursing.Valid RN License.One (1) year Registered Nursing experience.Excellent communication skills.Basic computer skills.Strong work ethics and accountability.Preferred Qualifications :2 or more years nursing experience with current BLSPrevious experience in NICUEmployees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).Job ResponsibilitiesDelivers nursing care according to the standard of care defined by UAMS, ANA and Standards for specialty patient population with support and mentoring by other team membersCollects and documents assessment dataDevelops a Plan of Care (POC) per standardImplements POC including medical order and interdisciplinary approachEvaluates the progress of patient toward attainment of desired outcomesProvides effective patient/family education/discharge planningAdministers medication per standard including drug information to patients/familiesActs as a resource/supports others; Delivers patient care using the principles of the defined nursing modalityDelegates care based on UAMS standards, legal and regulatory requirements, specific job description and individual level of education and trainingContributes to a positive work environment that is conducive to clinical education while serving as a resource for student nurses and staff.Other duties as assignedPhysical Requirements:Stand: FrequentlySit: FrequentlyWalk: OccasionallyBend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: FrequentlyLift and carry weight: 25 lbsPush and pull weight: 25 lbsUse hands to touch, handle or feel: FrequentlyTalk: ContinuouslyHear: ContinuouslyTaste or smell: OccasionallyRead, concentrate, think analytically: ContinuouslyPhysical Environment: Inside Medical Facility EnvironmentThis is a safety sensitive position and subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at View phone number on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply: List of five Professional References (name, email, business title), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeOptional Documents:Proof of Veteran Status