Rn Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in the NICU is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to critically ill neonates. This role involves close monitoring, assessment, and treatment planning for newborns requiring intensive care. The nurse will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. This position requires strong clinical skills, effective communication, and the ability to manage patient ratios typically ranging from 1:1 to 1:3.

• Provide skilled nursing care to neonates in the NICU, including patient assessments and monitoring.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed and monitor patient responses.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and clinical observations.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Educate and support families regarding their infant's condition and care requirements.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols specific to the NICU environment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education relevant to neonatal care.

• Active Registered Nurse license in the state of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience, preferably with NICU or critical care exposure.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and families.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Driver's license, car insurance, and automobile for any required field work.

• Experience with neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) nursing.
• Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or equivalent.
• Advanced life support certifications such as ACLS or PALS.
• Previous experience managing patient ratios of 1:1 to 1:3 in acute care settings.

• Position floats between units as needed.
• No on-call requirement.
• Weekend work is required with variable scheduling.
• Approved for 48-hour and 26-week work periods; consideration given for 13 weeks and 36 hours to aid recruitment.
• Expected patient ratios of 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3 depending on acuity.

• Variable weekend shifts required.
• Shift schedules may include 48-hour work weeks or alternative approved schedules based on recruitment needs.
• Block scheduling status unknown.