Clinical Nurse - NICU

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's healthcare facility in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced RN for the Level IV NICU. This role requires strong decision-making, teamwork, and effective communication skills, working in a challenging environment during night shifts. Candidates must possess an ADN or BSN in nursing and a current Arizona RN license, along with BLS certification. The position promotes patient health by delivering professional nursing care in collaboration with healthcare teams and families, adhering to high standards of practice.

Qualifications

• Current State of Arizona RN license or multistate privileges.
• BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or enrollment in RN to BSN program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote patient health through professional nursing care.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team and family for patient care.
• Work in accordance with evidence-based standards and hospital goals.

Skills

Strong decision-making skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork abilities

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Education

ADN degree in nursing

BSN degree in nursing

Diploma Nursing degree

Job description

Position Summary

The Level IV neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) utilizes a patient and family-centered approach to provide compassionate and high-quality care for newborns and infants facing complex health challenges. The NICU cares for neonates from the youngest gestations to post-mature infants. Phoenix Children’s has an expert team of neonatologists, pediatric specialists, sub-specialists, and dedicated NICU registered nurses all extensively trained and experienced in managing the most critical newborn cases, including medical and surgical management. Clinical leadership is available on both days and nights to provide ongoing support. The NICU setting requires strong decision-making skills, excellent communication and teamwork abilities, and the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Only NIGHT shift available at this time!

New Grad RN’s will not be considered. If you are a new grad, please apply to the RN-New Grad opening.

This position works in collaboration with the healthcare team, patient and family to promote patient health through delivery of professional nursing care appropriate to patients age and condition as documented in the nursing and medical plans of care in accordance with evidence-based nursing and patient care practice standards and hospital goals, values and regulatory standards.

Education

• Two year (ADN) degree in nursing, a four year degree (BSN) in nursing, or a Diploma Nursing degree. (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or currently enrolled in an RN to BSN program. (Preferred)

Certifications

• Current State of Arizona RN license or an RN license from a compact state with multistate privileges or the ability to establish licensure according to Arizona law prior to start date. (Required)
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association prior to start date. (Required)