RN Staff - Full Time - NICU

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks a Registered Nurse in the NICU to coordinate clinical activities for NICU patients, applying nursing process, organization, planning, and patient care.

The RN will supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and CNAs, follow hospital policies, and float to PICU and Pediatrics as needed.

Qualifications

• Board Certified Nursing Program is required.
• Current Louisiana RN licensure is required.
• 1 year of Level IV NICU experience in the past 12 months or 2 years Level III NICU experience in the past 3 years preferred.
• BLS certification required at hire.
• NRP and PALS required within 90 days of hire.
• ILCOR courses accepted with manikin check-off.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical activities for NICU patients using nursing process.
• Supervise RNs, LPNs, Unit Assistants and CNAs.
• Adhere to hospital policies and nursing standards.
• Float to PICU and Pediatrics as needed.

Skills

NICU nursing

Supervising nursing staff

Patient care

Coordination of clinical activities

Education

Licensed RN in Louisiana (LA RN licensure)

Board Certified Nursing Program

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Job Description and Position Requirements

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Summary of the Job: The Registered Nurse is responsible for the coordination of clinical activities for the NICU patient. Activities include, but are not limited to, use of the nursing process in the utilization of skills in organization, planning, implementing, evaluating, and providing care as it relates to the specific needs of the patient.

Registered Nurses also supervise the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants.

Registered Nurses work within the framework of the State Nurse Practice Act and follow hospital policies and procedures.

The Registered Nurse also complies with hospital and nursing standards in the performance of job duties and responsibilities.

The Registered Nurse will support the goals and objectives of the department and of the hospital.

Nursing staff within Children’s Services areas are required to float to PICU and Pediatrics as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program.
• Current LA RN licensure.
• 1 year of level IV within the past 12 months or 2 years Level III NICU experience within the past 3 years preferred.
• Current BLS required upon hire.
• NRP and PALS required within 90 days of hire.
• Certifications may be through any International Liaison Committee on resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association and American Red Cross.
• The ILCOR course must include a manikin check-off.

Physical Demands

• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.

Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) – seeing, Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, Occasionally (1%-33%) – climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching

Contact Information

Ashley Sierra, HR Talent Partner Talent Acquisition - Human Resources

EMPLOYMENT

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life‑improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world‑class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.