Registered Nurse RN NICU, Part Time

Trinityhealth; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a part-time NICU nurse to join our Level 3 unit with 28 beds. You will care for preterm and term neonates needing specialized medical and surgical care.

Responsibilities include attending births, monitoring infant health, educating families, and contributing to quality of care. Current RN licensure in Connecticut and BLS CPR are required; ACLS preferred; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Connecticut.
• BLS CPR certification; ACLS preferred.
• Minimum NICU experience: 2 years; Acute Care/Maternity experience preferred; per diem.
• Per Diem NICU role; part-time schedule.

Responsibilities

• Attend births and provide care for infants with medical complications directly after birth.
• Monitor the health of infants with prematurity or congenital defects.
• Educate new parents on infant care, breastfeeding, and safety.
• Contributes to quality nursing care through performance improvement activities.
• Communicate effectively with administration, colleagues, patients and families.
• Demonstrates problem solving and teamwork to support patient care.

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Work Schedule: part time, 24 Nights

Posting Job Description

At Saint Francis Hospital, the level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) consists of 28 beds. Preterm and term neonates in need of additional medical and surgical management and highly specialized care are admitted to the unit

What you will do

• Attend births and provide care for infants with medical complications directly after birth
• Monitor the health of infants suffering from medical issues, such as prematurity or congenial defects
• Educate new parents on the care of their infant, including basic infant care, breastfeeding, and safety
• Contributes to overall quality of nursing care through performance improvement techniques that impact patient care positively
• Communicate effectively (written and verbal) with admin, colleagues, patients and family members
• Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education : Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN graduate preferred
• Licensure : Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse RN in Connecticut
• Certification : BLS CPR. ACLS Preferred
• Preferred Experience: Acute Care, Medical-Surgical or Maternity nursing experience preferred - Minimum of 2 year's NICU experience required for Per Diem

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Work Schedule: part time, 24 Nights
• Award-winning Hospitals and departments

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617 bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women's Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.