Registered Nurse - NICU

McLendon Leadershi; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

McLendon Leadership in Irving, Texas is seeking a NICU Nurse to care for critically ill newborns in the neonatal ICU. The role requires neonatal nursing expertise and bedside critical care experience to support preemies and congenital conditions.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, administering medications, operating incubators, documenting in Epic, and collaborating with the neonatology team while educating families about newborn care.

Qualifications

• RN license with Neonatal ICU experience preferred.
• Experience in critical care and newborn monitoring required.
• Familiarity with Epic or similar EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage critically ill newborns in NICU.
• Administer medications and perform focused neonatal treatments.
• Operate incubators and neonatal equipment safely.
• Document care in Epic EHR with accuracy.
• Collaborate with neonatology team and family education.

Skills

Neonatal Nursing

Critical Care

Ventilator Management

Education

RN License

BSN preferred

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Overview

The NICU Nurse provides care for critically ill newborns in the neonatal ICU. They support preemies and congenital anomalies with advanced monitoring. The ideal candidate will have expertise in neonatal nursing and critical care, with experience in NICU settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage critically ill newborns.
• Administer medications and specialized treatments.
• Operate neonatal equipment like incubators.
• Document care in EHR systems like Epic.
• Collaborate with neonatology teams.
• Educate parents on newborn care.

This role is vital for newborn intensive care. Nurses specializing in neonatology are invited to apply for this NICU Nurse position.