Neonatal ICU RN FT 7p

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Alabama is seeking a Registered Nurse to supervise and coordinate nursing staff on the Neonatal ICU third shift, ensuring quality and continuity of patient care. The RN will apply the nursing process for assessments, planning of care, and interventions while collaborating with physicians and other clinicians.

The position requires a nursing degree, active RN licensure, BLS, and possibly ACLS/PALS/NRP/TNCC depending on unit.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.
• Active RN licensure required.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC may be required depending on area assigned.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate nursing personnel on shift, including weekends and holidays.
• Utilize the nursing process for patient assessments, planning of care, and interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians and other clinicians in patient care planning and implementation.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Teamwork

Communication skills

Infection control

Independent work

Customer service

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Active RN licensure

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse shall be responsible for the general supervision and coordination of activities of nursing personnel on shift, and during weekends and holidays, in order to ensure quality and continuity of patient care. This individual will utilize the nursing process in patient assessments, planning of care, and performance of care interventions. The RN will collaborate with Physicians and other healthcare clinicians in the planning and implementation of patient care. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education and Experience

Degree in Nursing required, BSN degree preferred.

License and Certification

• Active RN licensure required
• BLS required
• Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, etc) may be required depending on area assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to observe, assess, and record work, safety and infection control standards.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Location and Job Details

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center South. Job: Neonatal ICU RN FT 7p RN - Registered Nurse. Job Type: Regular-Full time. Shift: Third Shift (United States of America).

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.