Registered Nurse - NICU Stpl

Children's Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Shift differentials

Job summary

Children's Minnesota in Saint Paul, MN seeks a registered nurse to coordinate and provide family-centered nursing care to infants, children, and adolescents in a hospital setting. You will practice professional nursing with independence and collaboration across the health team.

The role is an MNA contract position offering market-competitive pay, shift differentials where applicable, and comprehensive benefits. Requires MN RN license, BLS, NRP, and neonatal experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Minnesota RN licensure.
• Current BLS certification.
• One year nursing experience in a hospital setting; neonatal experience preferred.
• Additional unit-specific certifications may be required within 6 months of employment.
• Current NRP certification required or obtained during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide family-centered nursing care to infants, children and adolescents.
• Practice professional nursing, including independent functions and delegated medical tasks in collaboration with the health team.
• Work within an MNA contract position with adherence to established policies and standards.
• Support safety, quality, and evidence-based patient care while engaging with families.

Skills

Nursing care

Family-centered care

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Registered Nurse license (MN)

BLS certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

1 year hospital nursing experience

Neonatal experience preferred

Accredited nursing program graduate

Job description

About Children's Minnesota

Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free‑standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children's hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org. Children's Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023's Top Diversity Leaders. The national honor recognizes the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion in their organizations and the industry.

Department Overview

Our neonatal program is the largest in the Midwest. We provide the full scope of care for infants needing intensive care. At the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Children's Minnesota St. Paul Campus, our inter‑disciplinary team of over 500 professionals is dedicated to the care of babies born prematurely, those with birth defects, genetic disorders, medical disorders and any baby needing surgery. We care for babies requiring complex care, including hemodynamic monitoring, critical medication management, and maintenance of systemic perfusion and management of organ failure. We are a part of the Mother Baby Center in St. Paul at United Hospital which includes high‑risk delivery services. The Children's St. Paul NICU is a 62‑bed unit providing level 2 and level 3 neonatal care, which allows for continuity of care from admission to discharge. Our team balances a highly technical skill set with a family‑centered approach. We rely on teamwork, with open and respectful communication, and promote an environment that encourages learning and professional growth. Our team is committed to providing excellent care to our patients and families.

Position Summary

Coordinates and provides family‑centered nursing care to infants, children and adolescents, utilizing the nursing process. Accountable for professional practice including independent nursing functions and delegated medical functions performed in collaboration with other health team members.

THIS IS AN MNA CONTRACT POSITION.

Education Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Minnesota RN licensure.
• Current BLS certification.
• One (1) year nursing experience in a hospital setting. Neonatal experience preferred.
• Based upon the unit in which you are applying, additional certification(s) may be required. Department specific required qualifications need to be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required or obtained during orientation.

Physical Demands

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The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full‑time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part‑time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full‑time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on‑call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Children's Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.