Nurse Staff - Baylor, NICU, Fulltime

All Positions•Greenwood, SC

About The Position

Provides and documents professional nursing care to patients using the Nursing Process—Assessment, Planning, Nursing Diagnosis, Implementation, and Evaluation—in accordance with the medical plan of care, critical pathways, established SRH and Nursing Policies, and Standard Work. Applies statistical analysis, scientific theory, developmental knowledge, and decision-making skills to support better patient outcomes. Participates in unit and organizational data collection, analysis, and review, as well as process-improvement work groups. Uses knowledge, interpersonal skills, and leadership skills to improve healthcare delivery. Communicates effectively to teach patients and families how to follow treatment plans and maintain good health. Functions as a charge or lead nurse, coordinating and delegating care with other professionals and ancillary personnel, and serves as a resource for SRH and nursing personnel resolving work-related issues. The role is eligible for participation in the Clinical Ladder program. Obtains NRP certification within the first year of hire and recertifies every two years. Maintains annual Moderate Sedation competency and performs other job-related duties as requested by the Nurse Manager or Director. This is a full-time Baylor NICU position with a 7 p.m.–7 a.m. schedule, including every other weekend.

Requirements

Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in South Carolina.
ADN degree.
BLS certification.
Obtain NRP certification within the first year of hire and recertify every two years.
Maintain annual Moderate Sedation competency.

Responsibilities

Provide and document professional nursing care using the Nursing Process in accordance with the medical plan of care, critical pathways, SRH and Nursing Policies, and Standard Work.
Apply statistical analysis, scientific theory, developmental knowledge, and decision-making skills to support patient outcomes.
Participate in unit and organizational data collection, analysis, review, and process-improvement work groups.
Use knowledge, interpersonal skills, and leadership skills to improve healthcare delivery.
Teach patients and families how to comply with treatment plans and maintain good health through effective communication.
Function as charge or lead nurse and coordinate and delegate care with other professionals and ancillary personnel.
Serve as a resource for SRH and nursing personnel in resolving work-related issues.
Obtain NRP certification within the first year of hire and recertify every two years.
Maintain annual Moderate Sedation competency.
Perform other job-related duties as requested by the Nurse Manager or Director.