RN, NICU, Prosper, Full-Time

Cook Children's Health Care System • Prosper, TX

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About The Position

The RN, Staff DU (Designated Unit) delivers competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families by using the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment within a specific clinical unit. Working as part of a team, the nurse uses clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the needs and acuity of the unit’s patient population. The role emphasizes safety, collaborative practice, exceptional customer relations, and professional communication. The RN Staff DU advocates for patients and contributes to the effectiveness and specialized workflows of the clinical team.

This position is in the NICU at Medical Center-Prosper. The shift is 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with 36 standard weekly hours. Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer; employees must maintain their primary residence in Texas and maintain the licenses and credentials required for the position.

Requirements

• One year of direct nursing experience.
• Associate’s degree in Nursing.
• Active, unrestricted Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Maintain primary residence in Texas and required licenses and credentials throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of NICU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver competent, individualized nursing care to patients and families using the nursing process to augment the established medical plan of treatment.
• Use clinical judgment and evidence-based decision-making to address the needs and acuity of the unit’s patient population.
• Maintain a focus on patient safety and collaborative practice.
• Provide exceptional customer relations and professional communication.
• Advocate for patients and contribute to the effectiveness and specialized workflows of the designated clinical team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree