RN - NICU

PeaceHealth; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Springfield, Oregon seeks a compassionate NICU RN for our Level III Neonatal ICU on the night shift (0.9 FTE). You will care for newborns from moderately ill to critically ill in a high-acuity, family-centered setting with ongoing education and professional development.

Requirements include Oregon RN license, 2 years of critical care with NICU experience, and NRP/BSL within 6 months; bilingual Spanish preferred. Competitive wage and night differential provided.

Qualifications

• Two years RN experience in critical care with at least one year in NICU in last 5 years.
• RN residents may substitute NICU training completed at PeaceHealth.
• Experience with neonatal ventilation, CPAP, in-line pressure monitoring.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.

Skills

Age-specific care

Unit credentials

Interpersonal skills

Policy understanding

Basic computer skills

Education

RN degree

Job description

Job Description

Are you a compassionate and highly skilled NICU Registered Nurse looking to make a profound difference in the lives of our smallest patients and their families? We invite you to join our dedicated Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where clinical excellence, teamwork, and family-centered care are at the heart of everything we do.

Job Details

• Staff RN opening - 0.9 FTE, Night shift position
• Additional Night Shift differential $9.50/hour
• Competitive wage, $50.78- $79.78 based on experience

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Care for a diverse patient population ranging from moderately ill newborns to critically ill premature infants.
• Practice in a technologically advanced, high-acuity environment that supports evidence-based care and professional growth.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled team dedicated to innovation, patient safety, and clinical excellence.
• Build meaningful relationships with families while providing compassionate support during some of life's most challenging moments.
• Access ongoing educational opportunities, specialty training, and professional development to advance your NICU career.

Education

• Degree from an accredited School of Nursing Required

Experience

• Two years RN experience required in critical care with at least one of those years being NICU experience, within last 5 years.
• For RN residents: Completion of a NICU training program at PeaceHealth may substitute for this experience.
• Prior experience with neonatal ventilation, CPAP, and in-line pressure monitoring required
• Bilingual Spanish is preferred.

Credentials

• Required: State of Oregon nursing license
• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support (NRP within 6 months of hire)

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs (Required)
• See community specific document for each Unit/Department required credentials (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive interpersonal relationships and patient/family centered work environment (Required)
• Able to support and interpret medical center philosophy, policy and procedures (Required)
• Basic computer skills (Required)

Department / Location Specific Notes

Neonatal ICU - Neonatal ICU & Special Care Nursery

• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) required within 6 months.
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Program (STABLE) required within 6 months. Required for all except Level 3 NICU (Riverbend & Southwest preferred).

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
• Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
• Ability to move around area with frequent sitting.
• Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
• Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are:

• Full medical/dental/vision coverage
• 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions
• Paid time off
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• Expanded EAP and mental health program

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