Registered Nurse NICU

Ascension Health; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being support

Job summary

Ascension Health in Appleton, WI is seeking a NICU RN on a PRN basis to lead and monitor individualized patient care plans. You will document the care journey, communicating critical updates to the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely intervention.

Your role coordinates multiple disciplines to deliver a cohesive, patient-centered experience from admission through discharge while promptly executing orders to maintain safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date required.
• RN credentialing from Wisconsin Board of Nursing required before hire or transfer; multi-state license acceptable.
• STABLE certification preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution and monitoring of individualized NICU patient care plans.
• Document patient care journey with detailed records and critical updates.
• Coordinate clinical disciplines for a seamless patient experience from admission to discharge.
• Execute physician and nursing orders promptly to ensure safety and adherence.
• Assess discharge needs early and plan comprehensive transition care.

Skills

Patient care

Team communication

Critical thinking

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Appleton, WI

• Facility: St. Elizabeth Hospital

• Department: NICU

• Schedule: PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead the execution and continuous monitoring of individualized patient care plans to ensure optimal recovery progress and high-quality outcomes.

• Document the patient care journey with meticulous detail, recording conditions and communicating critical updates to the interdisciplinary team for timely intervention.

• Coordinate all clinical and therapeutic disciplines to ensure a seamless, cohesive, and patient-centered experience from admission through discharge.

• Execute physician and nursing orders promptly and precisely to maintain the highest standard of patient safety and treatment adherence.

• Assess patient discharge needs early and collaborate with the care team to develop comprehensive transition plans for a safe and successful continuum of care.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.

• Certification specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program preferred.

• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire required.

Additional Preferences:

• 2 years previous NICU experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 43.14

Max Salary 60.9