Registered Nurse - NICU

McLendon Leadershi; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McLendon Leadershi NICU Nurse position is open for a dedicated neonatal nurse to care for critically ill newborns in a high-acuity NICU environment. You will provide advanced monitoring, administer medications, and support families through complex newborn care.

Ideal candidates have NICU experience, strong critical care skills, and the ability to collaborate with neonatology teams. This role emphasizes patient safety, precise documentation, and a compassionate approach to fragile newborns.

Qualifications

• Experience in NICU nursing or neonatal critical care.
• Strong airway and ventilator monitoring knowledge is a plus.
• Proven documentation accuracy and teamwork in high-acuity settings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and care for critically ill newborns in the NICU.
• Administer medications and specialized treatments as ordered.
• Operate neonatal equipment such as incubators and monitors.
• Document care in EHR systems (Epic or equivalent).
• Collaborate with neonatology teams to develop care plans.
• Educate and support parents and families in newborn care.

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.