Registered Nurse (RN) - NICU - Causal

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with Essentia Health annual match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Life and disability insurance options

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Essentia Health’s Newborn ICU in Fargo, ND is seeking a qualified NICU RN. You’ll provide direct newborn care under RN supervision, monitor vitals, document findings, and promptly report changes. You will support safe transfers and maintain a sterile, comforting environment for fragile patients.

Required are a BSN or ADN, current RN licensure in ND, BCLS within 1 month, NRP within 1 year, and PALS when moving to level 3 NICU (after ~2 years or per manager approval). Benefits are comprehensive.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN degree from accredited program.
• Current RN licensure in state(s) of employment.
• BCLS certification within one month of hire.
• NRP certification within one year of hire.
• PALS certification required when moving to level 3 NICU after 2 years or as approved by manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to newborns in NICU.
• Take and document vital signs and maintain accurate records.
• Recognize changes in patient condition and report to RN.
• Assist with safe transfers and positioning of patients.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healing environment for optimal recovery.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs & records

Safety & comfort

Team communication

Education

BSN or ADN degree

Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employment

BCLS certification

NRP certification

PALS certification (when moving to level 3 NICU)

Job description

Building Location:32nd Avenue BuildingDepartment:3013030 NEWBORN ICU - 32ND HOSPJob Description:Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.Responsible for providing direct care to patients and serving the needs of patients in a manner conducive to their safety and comfort, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Head Nurse, and/or Department Director (possibly with guidance from an LPN) to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. Duties will vary by patient care unit/department and include but are not limited to: Providing personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs, providing comfort care and other assistance, appropriately and safely transferring patients, taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping, recognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RN, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process. Works within job scope to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agenciesEducation Qualifications:Education Requirement:BSN or ADN degree from an accredited school or college of nursingLicensure/Certification Qualifications:Certification/Licensure Requirements:Current nursing licensure in state(s) of employmentBasic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one monthNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within one yearPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required when moving to level 3 NICU RN. (After 2 years of employment, or longer as approved by the manager)Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:Health InsuranceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off401k (with Essentia Health annual match)Life and Disability Insurance optionsAdoption Assistance***Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota.Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of 13,500 employees, including 3,500 registered nurses & licensed practical nurses, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 70 clinics, six long-term care facilities, three assisted living facilities, three independent living facilities, five ambulance services and one research institute.Essentia Health is accredited as a level 3 Accountable Care Organization, the highest level of certification possible, by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.FTE:0Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:variesShift End Time:variesWeekends:Holidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:Union Posting Deadline:Compensation Range:$38.22 - $57.33Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].