Registered Nurse (NICU)

Taiba Hospital; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 6,700 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Taiba Hospital in Kuwait City is seeking a Registered Nurse (NICU) to provide specialized neonatal care and develop individualized care plans for each newborn.

You will work with neonatologists and a multidisciplinary team, perform assessments, monitor vitals, manage feeding and respiratory support, and educate families for home readiness. This role emphasizes safety, quality improvement, and compassionate family-centered care in a fast-paced multicultural hospital.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Bachelors or Masters in Nursing with NICU experience.
• NRP and BLS certifications required.
• Willingness to work rotating 24/7 shifts and multicultural team.

Responsibilities

• Neonatal assessment and vital signs monitoring with individualized care plans.
• Provide specialized NICU care for premature and ill neonates, including respiratory support.
• Educate families on newborn care and discharge readiness.
• Coordinate with neonatologists and multidisciplinary teams for seamless care.
• Maintain documentation and uphold safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Neonatal care

Family communication

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's in Nursing

Master's in Nursing

NRP Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

• 100% of neonates receive an individualized, physician-aligned care plan
• 100% of high-risk newborns monitored per NICU protocol (vitals, feeding, respiratory support)
• Seamless coordination across admission, stabilization, and discharge/transfer processes
• Active contribution to program KPI tracking, audits, and quality initiatives

Job Title

Registered Nurse (NICU)

Job Code

NUR-002

Department

Nursing Services

Your Impact

• 100% of neonates receive an individualized, physician-aligned care plan
• 100% of high-risk newborns monitored per NICU protocol (vitals, feeding, respiratory support)
• Seamless coordination across admission, stabilization, and discharge/transfer processes
• Active contribution to program KPI tracking, audits, and quality initiatives

What You Will Do

• Neonatal Assessment: Assess newborns' condition, monitor vital signs and developmental status, and develop individualized care plans.
• NICU Management: Provide specialized care for premature, low-birth-weight, and critically ill neonates, including respiratory support, IV therapy, and feeding management.
• Family Education: Educate parents and caregivers on newborn care, feeding techniques, and home-readiness before discharge.
• Care Coordination: Partner with neonatologists, pediatricians, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver seamless, family-centered care.
• Documentation & Quality: Maintain accurate documentation while upholding quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

How Success Is Measured

• Improved neonatal outcomes and reduced NICU complication rates
• High compliance with clinical protocols and safe medication/feeding management
• Timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation
• Strong family engagement and multidisciplinary collaboration
• Consistent quality, safety, and regulatory compliance

You will thrive here if you have…

• Diploma, Bachelor's, or Master's Degree in Nursing with a minimum of 3 years of experience for Degree holders or up to 10 years for Diploma holders in an accredited NICU.
• Valid NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification in addition to BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Willingness to work rotating shifts on a 24/7 coverage basis
• Strong clinical assessment, medication management, and family education skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural hospital environment

Competencies we value

• Clinical Judgment– Strong ability to evaluate patient needs and exercise independent judgment in a fast-paced environment
• Patient-Centered Care – Compassionate and individualized care delivery
• Communication – Clear and empathetic interaction with families and teams
• Accountability – Ownership of clinical decisions and patient safety
• Continuous Improvement – Commitment to learning, audits, and quality enhancement
• Team Player - Culturally competent and ready to contribute to a highly collaborative, multicultural team