RN, Doernbecher Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive health care plans

$50K life insurance

Pension plans

Vacation up to 288 hours annually

Public transportation discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

A leading healthcare institution in Portland seeks NICU staff to provide high-quality care for critically ill neonates. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of NICU experience and be certified in neonatal resuscitation. This role offers a competitive benefits package, including comprehensive health care plans and tuition reimbursement. Join a pioneering team dedicated to neonatal care at a renowned facility in a vibrant city with rich cultural offerings and outdoor adventures.

Formación

• A minimum of 2 years of Level II, III, and/or IV NICU experience is preferred.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required.
• Current Oregon State Registered Nurse License is mandatory.

Responsabilidades

• Provide care for critically ill neonates.
• Monitor patients in various settings beyond NICU.
• Participate in specialized neonatal resuscitation programs.

Conocimientos

Neonatal ICU experience

BLS certification

Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification

Ability to perform essential functions

Bilingual: Spanish/English

Educación

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Associate Degree in Nursing

Descripción del empleo

Department Overview

Doernbecher Children's Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a 46-bed level IV, regional referral center, providing care for a patient population of critically ill, convalescing and growing premature and term newborns. Admissions come from our own high-risk perinatal department, as well as transports from other hospitals in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Hawaii.

Provide continuing care and monitoring of NICU patients in locations outside of the NICU including MRI, CT, Nuclear Medicine, Upper GI, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, etc.

This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care plans. Covered at 100% of the cost for full‑time employees and 88% for dependents.
• $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation – 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part‑time
• Holidays – up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid – included in vacation accruals)
• Sick Leave – 96 hours per year, prorated for part‑time
• Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri‑met and C‑Tran)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources

Function/Duties of Position

The NICU at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR is a regional referral center for all critically ill neonates, offering access to pediatric surgeons and subspecialists. Here are some things that set us apart from other hospitals in the area that make this an exciting place to work:

• 46 bed, Level IV NICU, within a Level I, Academic Medical Trauma Center
• Magnet designated hospital
• Most comprehensive Fetal Care Program in Oregon and Southwest Washington, offering maternal and fetal care at one center, including intrauterine fetal surgery
• Specialized neonatal resuscitation program for high risk delivery attendance
• Pediatric and Neonatal Transport team
• NICU specific PICC and Lactation teams
• Pioneering research in areas including nutrition, patient safety, and ventilation strategies
• This is a night shift only position – no rotations between night and day shift

Here are some reasons to be excited about living in Portland:

• The Pacific Northwest is an outdoor enthusiast’s playground! There are extraordinary beaches to the West and the wild, scenic, and fun Columbia River Gorge to the East. National forests are everywhere. You can be skiing, beach combing or deep in a forest in 2 hours.
• Portland is a great walking and biking city, with plenty of public transportation, a beautiful airport with non‑stop flights to loads of international destinations, a population that celebrates the arts, great food, artisan coffee and neighborhoods full of shops selling handmade clothes, crafts and furniture.
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Required Qualifications

• 2 years Level II, III, and/or IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit experience.
• Applicants, without Neonatal ICU experience, may be considered for the position per management discretion.
• If considering New Graduates, preference is for immersion in NICU during education.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Annual pediatric/neonatal competencies
• Biennial competency for newborn resuscitation at high risk deliveries
• BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date.
• ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date.
• Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License
• BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
• BLS must not expire during orientation
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred Qualifications

• Internal Applicants: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Stable Certification for those with NICU experience
• Bilingual: Spanish/English
• Specialty certification specific to Neonatal Nursing

Additional Details

Length of Orientation– Experienced Nurse

• External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week.
• Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experience from 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply

Why apply to OHSU?

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the 503‑494‑5148 or [e-mail].