Registered Nurse - NICU

Job Summary Find your calling at Mercy! The Registered Nurse (RN) utilizes the nursing process to provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care while maintaining professional accountability for assigned patients. The RN evaluates the effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers and coordinates patient care collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams. This position upholds patient rights, maintains confidentiality, and performs all duties in alignment with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards. Location The Level III NICU is a 24/7, multidisciplinary unit located adjacent to the Mother/Baby Unit, featuring private suites that support family-centered care. The team provides advanced neonatal care for infants as early as 26 weeks gestation, including therapies such as therapeutic hypothermia, high-frequency ventilation, and iNO. NRP and STABLE certification is required and can be completed once hired, and national specialty certification (RNC‑NIC) is strongly encouraged. Career Path Often floats to other Women's and children units and is a great place to learn more about labor and birth and mother/baby care. Staffing Ratio 3‑1:1 Qualifications Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (associate's degree, diploma, or BSN). Licensure: Must obtain and maintain a current RN license in the hiring state or hold compact licensure that meets all state board of nursing requirements. Certifications Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of the course within 30 days of hire is required. One or more of the following certifications may be required based on the unit: ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) CPHON (Certified Pediatric/Hematology/Oncology Nurses) OCN (Oncology Certified Nurse) PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization) S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood Pressure, Lab Work, and Emotional Support) Six Assessment & Care Modules C-EFM (Fetal Monitor Certification) Other unit‑specific certifications as required Physical Requirements Ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis. Prolonged standing and walking during each shift. Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Paid time off. Tuition support, including RN to BSN assistance. Matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration in a mission‑driven environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr