NICU Clinical Nurse - Critical Care & Family Education

Tampa General Hospital, Inc.; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Nurse in the NICU to provide direct patient care in a high-acuity neonatal unit. You will assess patients, coordinate care with families and the health care team, and document care plans and outcomes.

Requirements include RN licensure and BLS (ACLS/PALS may be required). You will participate in discharge planning, educate families, and strive for evidence-based care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required; BLS certification.
• ACLS, PALS, NIHSS, STABLE certifications may be required.
• Unit-specific certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyze health status of patients in the NICU unit.
• Perform ongoing assessments and report findings to the care team.
• Initiate discharge planning with initial admission assessment.
• Plan and coordinate patient care with patient/family and team.
• Document plan of care, interventions and patient responses.
• Educate patients and families and assess understanding.
• Monitor outcomes and adjust care plans as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of assessment techniques and

Ability to conduct thorough Assess

Knowledge of evidence-based practices

Care plan development and coordination

Patient education principles

Outcome measurement and quality improv

Evaluate progress and adjust care

Healthcare documentation standards

Document care accurately and timely

Education

Associate’s Degree Nursing

Job description

Tampa General Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Nurse in the NICU to provide direct patient care in a high-acuity neonatal unit. You will assess patients, coordinate care with families and the health care team, and document care plans and outcomes.

Requirements include RN licensure and BLS (ACLS/PALS may be required). You will participate in discharge planning, educate families, and strive for evidence-based care in a fast-paced environment.