RN Staff - Part Time - NICU (Night Shift)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Summary of the Job: The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordination of clinical activities for the NICU patient. Activities include, but are not limited to, use of the nursing process in the utilization of skills in organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care as it relates to the specific needs of the patient. Registered Nurses also supervise the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants. Registered Nurses work within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follow hospital policies and procedures. The Registered Nurse also complies with hospital and nursing standards in the performance of job duties and responsibilities. The Registered Nurse will support the goals and objectives of the department and of the hospital. Nursing staff within Children’s Services areas are required to float to PICU and Pediatrics as needed.

Requirements

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current LA RN licensure.
• 1 year of level IV within the past 12 months or 2 years Level III NICU experience within the past 3 years preferred.
• Current BLS required upon hire.
• NRP and PALS required within 90 days of hire.
• Certifications may be through any International Liaison Committee on resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check-off.
• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of level IV within the past 12 months or 2 years Level III NICU experience within the past 3 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• coordination of clinical activities for the NICU patient
• use of the nursing process in the utilization of skills in organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care as it relates to the specific needs of the patient
• supervise the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants
• work within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follow hospital policies and procedures
• comply with hospital and nursing standards in the performance of job duties and responsibilities
• support the goals and objectives of the department and of the hospital
• float to PICU and Pediatrics as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees