Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse

CommonSpirit Health; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Regional Medical Center, part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Registered Nurse (RN) to deliver advanced, compassionate care to critically ill and premature neonates. You will collaborate with neonatologists, therapists, social workers, and other specialists to promote positive outcomes for newborns and families.

The role emphasizes expert assessment, rapid critical thinking, and a patient-first approach in a fast-paced hospital environment, with

Qualifications

• AZ RN license or eligibility.
• American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Specialized Neonatal Care: provide safe, evidence-based nursing for neonates and adapt plans to evolving conditions.
• Prioritized & holistic care: balance patient needs with family comfort and development.
• Acute condition recognition: quickly identify changes in neonate status and respond.
• Family-centered support: educate and support families and involve them in care.

Skills

RN AZ

BLS

NRP

Compassionate care

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities* As our *Registered Nurse (RN)* in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), you will be a vital and compassionate healthcare professional dedicated to the most fragile and vulnerable patients. Your expertise will be pivotal in delivering high-quality, specialized care that truly impacts the well-being and recovery of neonates and their families. As our NICU RN, you will help ensure that these infants can have a positive outcome and thrive. Every day, you'll use your advanced clinical skills and profound empathy to provide individualized, comprehensive care to critically ill and premature infants. You'll seamlessly collaborate with an interdisciplinary team (neonatologists, respiratory therapists, social workers, and other specialists) to achieve the best developmental and health outcomes for our tiniest patients. To be successful in this specialized and profoundly impactful role, you will possess exceptional assessment skills tailored to the unique needs of neonates, acute critical thinking capabilities, and an unwavering patient-first and family-centered mindset. Your work will be driven by a profound enthusiasm to nurture and advocate for these vulnerable infants and to support their families through a challenging time. Your sense of urgency, meticulous attention to detail, and dedication to excellence in a fast-paced yet deeply sensitive environment will not only support patient recovery and growth but also fuel your own career advancement in a highly rewarding specialty.

• Specialized Neonatal Care: Provides comprehensive, safe, and effective, evidence-based nursing care to achieve desired health outcomes for the neonate, adapting care plans to their evolving developmental needs and complex medical conditions.
• Prioritized & Holistic Care: Organizes and prioritizes patient care activities balanced with the delicate needs, comfort, and developmental considerations of the neonatal patient and their family.
• Acute Condition Recognition: Demonstrates the ability to recognize and adapt swiftly to subtle changes in a neonate's condition in a timely and clinically appropriate manner, often anticipating potential complications.
• Family-Centered Support: Educates and supports families, involving them in the care of their infant, and providing emotional support during a critical and often stressful time.

*Job Requirements**Required*

• Registered Nurse: AZ
• American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program, within 90 Days of hire

*Preferred*

• One year level IIEQ or III or
• NICU experience
• National Certified Counselor, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness

Imagine working in an environment where your experience and dedication truly makes a difference, guided by Dignity Health's profound values: Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Collaboration, and Quality. Here, patient-first care isn't just a motto – it's our daily practice. As a leading 443-bed acute care hospital, we champion interdisciplinary teamwork and the highest standards of safety, because our patients, and you, deserve nothing less. For over 50 years, Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has been a trusted partner to the vibrant East Valley community. This means you'll be joining a stable, growing organization with a rich history of service and innovation. We're passionate about your professional growth, offering extensive training, comprehensive resources, and abundant career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

*Pay Range* $35.00 - $58.63 /hour