RN Registered Nurse NICU PRN Days Parker

1106 Portercare Adventist Health System; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Parker, Colorado seeks a PRN NICU Registered Nurse to join our team. You will perform comprehensive patient assessments, develop care plans, administer medications, and educate families in a high-acuity NICU environment.

This role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, infection control compliance, and continuous quality improvement, with day shift availability and a faith-based care approach in a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current RN license (state of practice)
• Demonstrated NICU experience preferred
• BLS certification required
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking)

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients across physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans; revise as needed.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and protocols; monitor for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and self-care.
• Coordinate with medical staff to optimize patient care and ensure clear communication.
• Document patient information and outcomes accurately in the medical record.
• Evaluate care plan effectiveness and adjust to improve outcomes.
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are followed.
• Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and families.
• Supervise and delegate nursing tasks to team members as appropriate.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and performance improvement activities.
• Respond promptly to code situations and stabilize patients.

Skills

Team coordination

Patient assessment

Communication

EKG knowledge

Infection control

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It is about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule:

PRN Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 9395 CROWN CREST BLVD

City: PARKER

State: Colorado

Postal Code: 80138

Job Description:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physiological, psychological, developmental, sociocultural, spiritual, and lifestyle factors of patients.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs and standards of care, regularly evaluating and revising these plans as necessary.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely, following physician orders and hospital protocols, and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, medications, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and compliance.
• Collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments to coordinate and optimize patient care, ensuring effective communication and teamwork.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient information, care activities, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of care plans and interventions continuously, making necessary adjustments to improve patient health and achieve positive outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
• Provide emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families, addressing their emotional and psychological needs.
• Supervise and delegate care provided by members of the healthcare team to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Engage in continuous professional development and participate in performance improvement activities to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
• * Respond to code situations promptly and effectively, providing necessary interventions to stabilize patients.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures
• Ability to work as a Team player within a unit
• Effective verbal and oral communication and problem-solving skills
• EKG (based on patient ; see document EKG and Advanced Life Support Requirements)
• Must be fluent in English (read, verbal and written skills)
• Basic computer skills - must be able to navigate Microsoft windows based programs
• Must be able to use a high level of abstract reasoning to assess patient, evaluate interventions, and revise plan of care according to patient outcomes

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• A minimum of 2 year of NICU experience [Required]

Additional Information:

Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support -BLS Cert [Required]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$34.60 - $59.83

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.