RN - NICU Nights

Baylor Scott & White Health; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth is hiring a Registered Nurse for the NICU unit. This 63-bed NICU supports micro preemies to term infants with a 1:1 to 1:3 nurse-to-patient ratio and in-house neonatology/NNP leadership 24/7.

The role requires 2 years of Level III NICU experience and NICU expertise. The hospital emphasizes evidence-based care, Magnet recognition, and family-centered rounds.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• 2 years of Level III NICU experience required.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of starting.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed clinical assessments and develop care plans.
• Educate patients and families; document learning needs.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team to implement care plans.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and monitor patient safety and comfort.
• Maintain professional practice standards per Texas Nursing Practice Act.
• Ensure accurate documentation in EMR and care coordination systems.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care planning

Patient education

Teamwork

Education

RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title

Join Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth as a Registered Nurse and be part of something better!

NICU Opportunities

Our NICU is a fast‑paced environment that includes high‑acuity patients. Our NICU leadership team fosters an environment that supports learning, mentoring, and building every team member.

• Patient Population: Micro preemies to Full Term Infants (22 weeks to term gestation)
• Patient Ratios: 1:1-3
• Number of Beds: 63 beds
• Department Specifics: Neonatologist and NNP in‑house 24/7, Multidisciplinary Team Approach, Multidisciplinary Respiratory Modalities, Daily Multidisciplinary Patient Care Rounds, Electronic Self‑Scheduling, No Float to Adult Care, Active Unit Based Council, NICU Parent Advocacy Group
• Shift: FT Nights; 7pm‑7am
• Experience: 2 years of recent Level 3 NICU experience

About the Hospital

Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth, located near downtown Fort Worth, is an award‑winning full‑service hospital dedicated to providing for the health care needs of the Fort Worth community. Baylor Scott & White – Fort Worth is among Tarrant County’s oldest not‑for‑profit hospitals and celebrated 100 years of service in 2006. The medical center has 538 licensed beds and offers a broad range of medical services including programs of excellence in cardiology, transplantation, oncology, and women’s services. Baylor All Saints has achieved many awards and accolades including accreditation in the Magnet Recognition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and, in 2022, was ranked #22 in Texas and #7 in the Dallas‑Ft‑Worth metropolitan area for high performance in heart failure, colon cancer, COPD, heart attack, kidney failure, and pneumonia.

Currently the only dedicated women’s hospital in Fort Worth, Andrews Women’s Hospital delivers almost 6,000 babies annually – more than any other facility in Tarrant County and in the Baylor Scott & White Health System. Andrew’s Women’s Hospital offers a variety of labor and delivery services, including maternity, high‑risk pregnancy care, and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit among others. Our 63‑bed neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) is designed to care for the tiniest infants dealing with the most serious medical challenges. It is one of the largest NICUs in North Texas with a highly skilled team of neonatologists on our medical staff, neonatal nurse practitioners, respiratory and occupational therapists, dietitians, pharmacists, social workers, chaplains, and registered nurses working together to care for your whole family. Andrew’s Women’s Hospital has recently been designated as a Level IV maternal care center, the top designation from the Texas Department of State Health Services. A Level IV designation is awarded to hospitals that prove the highest possible comprehensive care and underscores the facility’s ability to treat even the most complex cases.

Today, Baylor Scott & White Fort Worth employs 2,400 team members, 1,400 physicians and is designated by US News & World Report as one of the best regional hospitals in DFW.

Core Values

• We serve faithfully by doing what’s right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

As a Registered Nurse, oversee patient care using a professional practice model. Responsibilities include patient assessment, recognizing health issues, creating care plans, and assessing patient responses. Secure patient travel. Know about patient needs in healthcare. Help patients and prevent issues. Follow the Texas Nursing Practice Act and delegate tasks based on condition and team competencies.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Conduct detailed clinical assessments and prioritize patient and family needs. Create, implement, and evaluate care plans, adjusting them to reach desired outcomes.
• Build relationships, manage discomfort, and maintain professionalism in therapeutic connections with patients and families.
• Use care plans reflecting values to resolve issues.
• Educate patients, families, nurses, and community members, empowering them with knowledge for better healthcare choices. Assess and document learning needs regularly.
• Work with colleagues and community to create a care plan. Delegate tasks carefully and follow up promptly.
• Employ various strategies for problem‑solving with patients, families, and staff. Recognize limitations and prioritize safety, effectiveness, and efficiency in patient care planning and delivery.
• Achieve goals through teamwork, recognize contributions, commit to growth, and contribute to peers’ development while showing community service commitment.

Key Success Factors

• Deep understanding of nursing and patient care standards, and procedures.
• Knowledge of nursing laws, rules, standards, and guidelines in the area. Understanding hospital procedures and rules.
• Proficiency in medical terms, focusing on health, disease prevention, management, common medications, and side effects.
• Respect for medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Exceptional communication skills, allowing for clear expression of thoughts both verbally and in writing.
• Positive social skills to facilitate interactions with a diverse range of parties.
• Excellent problem‑solving capabilities, driving effective critical thinking.
• Basic computer skills, encompassing Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling and payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program
• 2 years of Level III NICU experience required
• RN license
• Must have BLS certification or obtain it within 30 days of starting in this role