Transport RN NICU

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

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock is seeking an experienced Transport Registered Nurse (RN) to support our NICU Transport program. This unique role blends bedside neonatal care with mobile transport missions across the Baylor Scott & White Health system.

As part of the NICU transport team you will attend high‑risk deliveries, provide specialized neonatal care during ground and air transports, and coordinate the safe transfer of neonates into our NICU network, collaborating closely

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure.
• NICU experience required.
• Transport experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
• Ability to perform in high-acuity situations.

Responsibilities

• Attend high-risk deliveries and provide specialized neonatal care during ground and air transport.
• Coordinate safe transport of neonatal patients into the Baylor Scott & White NICU network.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure exceptional patient care.
• Deliver compassionate, family-centered care in a fast-paced, specialized environment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

EMR familiarity

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse license

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Transport RN - NICU (Days)

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock

Department: Transport Services

Specialty: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, three 12-hour shifts per week

Join an Exceptional NICU Transport Team

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Round Rock is seeking an experienced Transport Registered Nurse (RN) to support our specialized NICU Transport program. This unique role combines bedside neonatal care with transport opportunities, providing critical support to newborns requiring advanced NICU services across the Baylor Scott & White Health system.

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Round Rock NICU team and attend high-risk deliveries.
• Provide specialized neonatal care during ground and air transport missions.
• Coordinate the safe transport of neonatal patients into the Baylor Scott & White NICU network.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary care teams to ensure the highest level of patient care.
• Deliver compassionate, family-centered care in a fast-paced and highly specialized environment.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure.
• Previous NICU Experience Required.
• Transport experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in dynamic, high-acuity situations.

Why Baylor Scott & White?

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a highly skilled neonatal transport team where you'll make a meaningful impact on the lives of the smallest and most vulnerable patients.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are:

• 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

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• 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 Transport Registered Nurse, you will care for high-risk patients and their families in a mobile setting. You are vital in upholding care standards and assisting in neonate and child transport cases. You will follow Physician’s directions to stabilize patients before transferring them to specialized care. Your responsibilities include caring for patients in various units such as ICU for newborns and Emergency Department.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Providing vital care knowledge to help the team assess patients, stabilize conditions, implement interventions, and communicate effectively with physicians.
• Taking part in trauma team operations, and becoming an energetic member of the Rapid Response Team whenever possible.
• Contributing to the achievement of personal, departmental and hospital targets by providing innovative ideas, suggestions, and solutions.
• Participating in ongoing education, team meetings, interdisciplinary meetings, case reviews, and training sessions at department and hospital levels.
• Participation in the process of developing and verifying patient care standards that apply to those being transported.

Key Success Factors

• Exceptional communication skills are vital.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills are important for making quick selections.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and electronic medical records is preferred.
• Use interpersonal skills to engage with diverse team members in the organization.
• Experience in NICU or PICU is an asset.

Belonging Statement

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

Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate's degree in Nursing
• The candidate should possess at least (2) two years of relevant professional experience.
• Registered Nurse
• (BLS) Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.