Clinical Nurse Specialist, NICU/Peds

HCT Healthcare Transformation; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Airfare covered

Rental car provided

Job summary

HCT Healthcare Transformation in California seeks an Interim Clinical Nurse Specialist, NICU/Peds, to provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to neonatal and pediatric patients in a hospital setting.

The RN will collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and other care team members; develop and implement care plans, educate families, monitor patients, and ensure compliance with California regulations and CCS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have BSN degree.
• CA RN license required.
• Minimum 3 years RN experience in NICU/Peds.
• NRP certification required.
• CCS guidelines knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to neonatal and/or pediatric patients.
• Assess patients, develop and implement nursing care plans, and evaluate outcomes.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
• Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes in clinical status.
• Collaborate with physicians, APNs, respiratory therapists, and the care team.
• Educate families and caregivers regarding treatment plans and ongoing care.

Skills

Neonatal care

Pediatric care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Family-centered care

Infection control basics

Clinical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing Degree

Job description

HCT has an immediate need for an Interim Clinical Nurse Specialist, NICU/Peds in CA.

The Registered Nurse will provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to neonatal and pediatric patients within a hospital setting. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical expertise in the specific patient population, demonstrate sound clinical judgment, and provide compassionate, family-centered care while maintaining compliance with California regulatory and pediatric healthcare standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to neonatal and/or pediatric patients based on individual patient needs.
• Assess patients, develop and implement nursing care plans, and evaluate patient outcomes.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
• Monitor patient conditions and promptly recognize and respond to changes in clinical status.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
• Educate patients' families and caregivers regarding treatment plans, medications, procedures, and ongoing care needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing Degree required
• Experience: Minimum 3 yearsof registered nursing experience in the specific area of patient care relevant to the assignment.
• License: CA RN license required
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience.
• At least one (1) year of experience providing pediatric clinical care.

Additional NICU Requirements:

Candidates working in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) must meet the requirements outlined in the California Children’s Services (CCS) Manual of Procedures, Chapter 3.25.3, including:

• Successful completion of the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and American Heart Association (AHA).
• Current Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing certification from a nationally recognized credentialing organization, such as the National Certification Corporation (NCC).

Expenses covered while on assignment include housing, airfare, and rental car.

Earn $2,000 for every candidate or position placement from your referral that HCT successfully places!

Keywords:

RN, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, NICU, Pediatrics, Pediatric Nursing, Neonatal Nursing, Acute Care, NRP, Neonatal Resuscitation Program, AAP, AHA, NCC, Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Certification, California Children’s Services, CCS, Pediatric Clinical Care, Critical Care Nursing, Patient Care, Family-Centered Care, Clinical Assessment, Evidence-Based Practice, Hospital Nursing, Acute Care Nursing, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Patient Safety, Infection Prevention, Clinical Documentation