NICU RN – Day Shift, Ft Lauderdale Neonatal Care

Nicklaus Children's Hospital; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced RN in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for a full-time daytime role. You will provide comprehensive nursing care under physician plans, perform assessments, administer medications, and educate families in a patient- and family-centered approach.

The role requires active Florida RN licensure, BLS, and PALS/NRP/ACLS within a year, with a commitment to continuous learning in a Magnet-designated hospital.

Qualifications

• Completion of a nursing program from an accredited school of Nursing.
• RN Licensure in Florida or Multi-State Enhanced Nursing License Compact (eNLC).
• American Heart Association BLS certification.
• American Heart Association PALS within 1 year of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 1 year of hire.
• American Heart Association ACLS within 1 year of hire.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive nursing assessments including head-to-toe and vitals.
• Administers prescribed medications and monitors IV sites.
• Prepares instruments and assists physicians with exams and procedures.
• Coordinates care planning with multidisciplinary team and educates family members.
• Document patient care and progress in electronic health records.
• Ensures safety and quality in a magnet-designated hospital setting.

Skills

Nursing skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Nursing program completion

Job description

Nicklaus Children's Hospital in Fort Lauderdale is seeking an experienced RN in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit for a full-time daytime role. You will provide comprehensive nursing care under physician plans, perform assessments, administer medications, and educate families in a patient- and family-centered approach.

The role requires active Florida RN licensure, BLS, and PALS/NRP/ACLS within a year, with a commitment to continuous learning in a Magnet-designated hospital.