Job Description

Registered Nurse - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Role Overview

As a NICU Nurse at Miracle Women and Children's Hospital, you will provide life-sustaining care to our most vulnerable patients--newborns who are premature, born with low birth weight, or experiencing critical health complications. You will work in a high-tech environment, collaborating with neonatologists and families to ensure the best possible outcomes for every infant.

Key Responsibilities

Critical Monitoring:

Continuously monitor vital signs and respiratory status; manage ventilators, incubators, and specialized feeding tubes.

Clinical Intervention:

Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products specific to neonatal dosages.

Assessment:

Perform frequent, head-to-toe physical assessments and recognize subtle changes in a neonate's condition that require immediate intervention.

Family Advocacy:

Educate parents on their infant's condition, provide emotional support, and guide them through "Kangaroo Care" and bonding techniques.

Collaboration:

Work seamlessly with a multidisciplinary team, including Respiratory Therapists, Dieticians, and Neonatologists, during rounds and emergencies.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.

Licensure:

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.

Experience:

Minimum of 2+ years of clinical experience specifically in a Level II or Level III NICU.

Certifications:

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS). RNC-NIC (Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing) certification is a strong plus.

Skills & Competencies

Expertise in neonatal pharmacology and advanced life support. Ability to remain calm and decisive in high-pressure, life-or-death situations. Strong communication skills for interacting with distressed family members. Meticulous attention to detail regarding hygiene and infection control.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?18,086.00 - ?46,053.36 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person