Registered Nurse - NICU

Job Description

Job Summary:
Provide specialized neonatal nursing care to critically ill newborns in a Level III or Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Collaborate with the healthcare team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care using the nursing process, ensuring safe and effective transitions for neonatal patients.

Responsibilities:

• Assess neonatal patients' conditions to identify nursing diagnoses and prioritize care needs.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on assessment findings.
• Administer medications, including surfactant, and manage interventions such as PICC line placement within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care and minimize preventable complications.
• Delegate appropriate interventions to healthcare personnel according to the Texas Nursing Practice Act and staff competencies.
• Document patient care activities accurately and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Hold an active Texas or Compact RN license.
• Possess at least 2 years of current NICU experience at Level III or IV.
• Demonstrate proficiency in HIE, surfactant administration, and PICC line management.
• Maintain current AHA or ARC BLS and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications.
• Provide a resume, skills checklist specific to NICU, and two supervisory references from within the last year.
• Disclose any previous employment history with Parkland Health & Hospital System.

Benefits & Growth:

• Access to ongoing professional development and NICU specialized training.
• Opportunities to work with a dedicated, collaborative healthcare team focused on innovative neonatal care.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Travel reimbursement for assignments
• Paid sick leave and additional valuable benefits
• Access to our $1,000 Inspire a Friend Referral Program

Why TactStaff?
Choosing TactStaff means partnering with a team that understands the unique demands and rewards of NICU . We're here to provide you with meaningful assignments that support your professional growth while ensuring each role is a step toward achieving your long-term career goals.


Apply today to experience how TactStaff can elevate your NICU career!