RN - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

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Duties

The practice of nursing requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide care to groups and individuals. The nurse utilizes knowledge derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care. All care is provided based on the concepts inherent in the model of care which promotes an ongoing partnership between patients, families, and the team of healthcare providers. The care is culturally based and age specific. The nurse adheres to the American Nursing Association (ANA) code of ethics and to the scope of practice described in the applicable Nurse Practice Act.

Unit Description

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU):

• The level III NICU is a new 15-bed unit.
• The NICU can care for very preterm, 28 weeks gestation, to term infants that require additional support.
• The range of medical conditions includes but is not limited to respiratory support, feeding assistance, neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, glucose instability, and antibiotic therapy.
• Nurses attend all high-risk deliveries and assist with initial assessments as needed.
• Staff provide evidence-based care and place special emphasis on skin-to-skin, breastfeeding, and safe sleep practices.

Skills

Required Skills & Experience

• Demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education.
• Effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication, and maintains absolute confidentiality.
• Maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth.
• Demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting.

Schedule Notes

Nights; 3x12-hour shifts and every other weekend for a duration of 13 weeks.