RN - 19434099
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced NICU Registered Nurse to join a pediatric setting. The role involves caring for critically ill newborns, including infants born as early as 22 weeks gestation. The nurse may also be required to float to MedSurg or PICU for patients aged one year and under, or assist in other areas as needed. The position is in a Level II children's hospital with a Level IV NICU equipped with 70 beds and a typical census of approximately 50 patients. NICU patients are cared for in private rooms, with an overflow Level II Nursery for feeders and growers. Shifts run from 0700–1930 or 1900–0730, and an every-other-weekend rotation is required. Block scheduling may be possible but is not guaranteed.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of Level III–IV NICU experience.
- Current BLS and NRP certifications.
- Washington state nursing license.
- Experience providing respiratory support for ventilators.
- Skills in managing g-tubes, NG/OG tubes, NCPAP, UAC/UVC lines, and PICC lines.
- Proficiency in medication administration, care planning, and discharge-to-home processes.
- Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills are desirable.
Nice To Haves
- PALS certification is strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with tracheostomies is highly preferred.
- Experience with surgical patients and Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE).
- Experience using EPIC electronic medical records.
Responsibilities
- Provide care for critically ill newborns, including infants born as early as 22 weeks gestation.
- Manage respiratory support, including ventilators.
- Manage g-tubes, NG/OG tubes, NCPAP, UAC/UVC lines, and PICC lines.
- Administer medications and provide care planning.
- Support discharge-to-home processes.
- Float to MedSurg or PICU for patients aged one year and under, or assist in other areas as needed.
- Work an every-other-weekend rotation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
