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Registered Nurse/NICU

APN Consulting Inc

Columbus, OH

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Arterial Lines, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiac Surgery, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Catheterization, Disease Prevention and Control, Documentation, Epic Systems, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, Intravenous Therapies, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Medications, Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (NIC), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Neonatology, Paint Shop Pro Tubes, Patient Care, Pulmonary Disease, Pyxis, Registered Nurse (RN), Systems Administration/Management, Time Management, Vasoconstrictor, Ventilator
LOCATION
Columbus, OH
POSTED
30+ days ago


The NICU RN provides comprehensive care to neonates in a Level III NICU, focusing on the treatment of patients from 22 weeks gestation and above. This role involves managing respiratory distress, glucose management, and care for neonates requiring surgery or cardiac interventions.

Key Responsibilities:
" Patient Care: Provide specialized care to neonates, including those < 24-28 weeks, with a focus on respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and infectious disease management.
" Medication Administration: Use Pyxis medication system to administer IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids.
" Documentation: Utilize Nationwide Children's EPIC system for accurate and timely patient documentation.
" Communication: Implement SBAR communication method to ensure effective interaction with healthcare providers and families.
" Special Procedures: Perform and manage procedures including arterial line management, central line care, and neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions.
" Respiratory Management: Oversee ventilator settings and adjustments (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP).

Required Certifications:
" Basic Life Support (BLS)
" Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Skills and Experience:
" Experience in NICU Level III and Level IV settings.
" Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management.
" Proficient in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes.
" Expertise in infection control measures and IV therapy, including umbilical artery and vein catheter management.

Provider Support:
" Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NP, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary.

Important Notes:
" Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) will be given special consideration.

Patient Diagnoses:
" Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions transferred to NCH main campus.

Special Procedures/Unit Details:
" Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.

Agency staff have the following parking permit options (purchased through CampusParc at osu.campusparc.com):
WMC Agency Permit (Most Convenient Option)
" 24/7 access to Wexner Medical Center Garage (guaranteed availability)
" ***/month
" *** per 100-day permit
WB Permit (Budget Option)
" Weekend/holiday access to 9th Ave East & West Garages
" 24/7 access to West Campus surface lots (WB/WC spaces)
" Shuttle service provided to the medical center
" ***/month
CXS Permit
" Weekend/holiday access to 9th Ave East & West Garages
" 24/7 access to Buckeye (CX) and West Campus surface lots
" ***/month
Please note: Parking costs and options are subject to change per CampusParc policies.Facility Name: Ohio State University Hospital

Unit: ***

Shift:Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30)

Overtime Multiplier: 40 total hours in 1 week : 1%

Double Time Multiplier: None

Charge Nurse: ***

On Call: ***

Call Back: 1.3%

Holiday: 1.3%

Observed Holidays: New Year's Day: Falls Within: 7:00 PM day before - 7:00 AM day after
Labor Day: Falls Within: 7:00 PM day before - 7:00 AM day after
Independence Day: Falls Within: 7:00 PM day before - 7:00 AM day after
Memorial Day: Falls Within: 7:00 PM day before - 7:00 AM day after
Thanksgiving: Falls Within: 7:00 PM day before - 7:00 AM day after
Christmas: Falls Within: 7:00 PM day before - 7:00 AM day after

Holiday Comments: None

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