Specialty Unit Staff RN - Hospital (NICU)

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles, CA is looking for a Specialty Unit Staff RN to join the NICU and provide expert nursing care in a high‑pace environment. The role emphasizes leadership within the health‑care team and collaboration with other professionals to deliver patient‑centered care.

You will develop individualized care plans, monitor progress, and ensure safety and effective pain management while maintaining meticulous documentation and contributing to outcomes improvements.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse License (California) required.
• 1 year recent experience in Level III NICU or KP NICU course within last 12 months.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process.
• Uphold Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures and applicable laws.
• Serve as a leader of the health care team and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Develop and contribute to individualized plans of care.
• Monitor patient progress and revise care plans based on evaluations.
• Ensure patient safety and optimal pain control.
• Document nursing processes and interventions accurately.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Maintain a clean and functional work environment.
• Act as a resource and mentor to new employees and team members.

Skills

Nursing care

Clinical leadership

Documentation

Education

Registered Nurse License (California)

Job description

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About This Role

The Specialty Unit Staff RN in the NICU provides professional nursing care, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with established standards of care. This role is ideal for experienced nurses who are dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Highlights

• **Pay:** $62 - $85/hour
• **Location:** Los Angeles, CA
• **Facility:** West Los Angeles Medical Center
• **Department/Unit:** Neo-Natal ICU Unit
• **Schedule:** Full-time, Night shift

What You'll Do

• Provide professional nursing care utilizing the nursing process.
• Uphold Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures and applicable laws.
• Serve as a leader of the health care team and delegate tasks appropriately.
• Develop and contribute to individualized plans of care.
• Monitor patient progress and revise care plans based on evaluations.
• Ensure patient safety and optimal pain control.
• Document nursing processes and interventions accurately.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement activities.
• Maintain a clean and functional work environment.
• Act as a resource and mentor to new employees and team members.

Requirements

Education

• Registered Nurse License (California)

Experience

• 1-year recent experience in Level III NICU or completion of KP NICU course within the last 12 months.

Licenses & Certifications

• Basic Life Support from American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program

About Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They strive to offer a market competitive total rewards package and are dedicated to pay equity and transparency in their employment practices.

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