Registered Nurse - NICU - PRN Nights

Odessa Regional Medical Center; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Odessa Regional Medical Center in Odessa, TX, seeks an experienced RN for a PRN NICU role with 12-hour night shifts (7pm–7am). You will evaluate patients, assist physicians, and administer medications within RN scope, while teaching families to understand conditions and care plans.

The position emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, strong clinical assessment and critical thinking, and collaboration within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Texas.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• NRP certification.
• PALS and COAP preferred.
• Minimum 1 year NICU experience.
• Compassionate, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care.
• Assists physicians during examinations and procedures.
• Administers medications within RN scope of practice.
• Promotes patient independence by teaching patients and families about conditions and self-care.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of nursing tasks with creativity and latitude.
• Reports to a unit manager or department head.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Patient-centered care

Family education

Education

Registered Nurse license – Texas

Tools

BLS

ACLS

NRP

PALS

COAP

Job description

Odessa Regional Medical Center’s reputation for delivering personalized, professional medical care is built on the hard work and dedication of physicians, nurses, technologists and other members of our healthcare team. We offer outstanding career opportunities for qualified people who share our commitment to providing expert healthcare and excellent customer service. Our employees enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement, as well as a competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Shift: PRN Nights
• Hours: 12-hour shifts (7pm-7am)

Job Summary:

• Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care
• Assists physicians during examinations and procedures
• Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse
• Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Performs a variety of tasks
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected
• Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department

Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• NRP certification
• PALS and COAP preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience in NICU required
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative team
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options

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