Charge Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) I - NICU - FT - DaysNorman Regional Health System • Arcadia, CA, USA

Charge Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) I - NICU - FT - Days

Norman Regional Health System • Arcadia, CA, USA

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Charge Nurse - Registered Nurse (RN) I - NICU - FT - Days at Norman Regional Health System summary :

The Charge Nurse in the NICU is responsible for leading and coordinating nursing services within a Level III unit that cares for critically ill infants. This role requires collaboration with healthcare professionals, prioritizing patient care, and ensuring safe nursing practices. The position necessitates a strong background in neonatal nursing, along with current certification and licensure.

Overview :

Compensation / Benefits

$30.11-$49.17 / hr. based on previous work experience.
Evening differential $2.50 / hr.
Night differential $3.00 / hr.
Weekend differential $3.00 / hr.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.

HPX NICU is a 25 bed Level III Unit caring for infants 23-42 weeks gestation. We have a staff of 5 Neonatologist and experienced Nurse Practitioner working along side experience RN's who specialize in Neonatal Care. In addition, we have a NICU ground transport team who are able to provide care to critical infants in need.

Responsibilities :

The charge nurse coordinates the nursing services of departments by leading, directing and collaborating within the interdisciplinary care team. Serves as department leader alongside and in absences of Nurse Manager.

Performs RN essential functions to include, but are not limited to :

collaboration with other health professionals, assessment, analyzing assessment data, establishing goals, planning care strategy,

establishing priorities of care, implementing care, delegating tasks safely, providing safe direct and indirect nursing care,

evaluating responses to interventions, and performing additional nursing functions in accordance with knowledge and skills acquired beyond basic nursing preparation.

Qualifications : Education

Diploma or Associates degree (ADN) required.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.

Experience

1 year NICU experience required.

Along with previous work history reflecting stable employment.

(Above requirements can be met by equivalent combination of education and experience).

Licensure / Certification

Current Oklahoma Registered Nurse license or active multi-state RN license.

Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment.

Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) training preferred.

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) training is required within 6 months of hire.

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) is required to be maintained thru re-training for duration of employment.

Other Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Must participate in Perinatal Continuing Education Program (PCEP) when offered at that hospital.

Must complete STABLE program within 1 year of hire and maintained if offered at NRHS.

Must attend breastfeeding classes as offered.

Must attend required teach weeks / skills fairs and participate in emergency drills while on the job.

Keywords :

Charge Nurse, Registered Nurse, NICU, Neonatal Care, Healthcare, Patient Care, Nursing Services, Neonatal Resuscitation, Critical Care, BLS Certification

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