Job Description

Job Description

Certification Details

• Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Job Details

• The NICU RN provides comprehensive care to neonates in a Level III NICU, focusing on the treatment of patients from 22 weeks gestation and above.
• This role involves managing respiratory distress, glucose management, and care for neonates requiring surgery or cardiac interventions.
• Patient Care: Provide specialized care to neonates, including those < 24-28 weeks, with a focus on respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and infectious disease management.
• Medication Administration: Use Pyxis medication system to administer IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids.
• Documentation: Utilize Nationwide Children's EPIC system for accurate and timely patient documentation.
• Communication: Implement SBAR communication method to ensure effective interaction with healthcare providers and families.
• Special Procedures: Perform and manage procedures including arterial line management, central line care, and neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions.
• Respiratory Management: Oversee ventilator settings and adjustments (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP).
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NP, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary.
• Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) will be given special consideration.
• Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions transferred to NCH main campus.
• Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.

Job Requirements

• Experience in NICU Level III and Level IV settings.
• Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management.
• Proficient in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes.
• Expertise in infection control measures and IV therapy, including umbilical artery and vein catheter management.

Unit Specific Information

• Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.

Additional Details

• Check UD/Unit Cost Center Link to determine certifications required per unit.
• AHA only (Instructor/Provider and RQI acceptable). Letter of completion not acceptable.
• *Travelers can renew ACLS at the facility.
• License Verification required within 30 days of start.
• Required for ER, ER OB, and ER Psych.
• Required within 30 days of start for certain positions.
• Required annually for certain certifications.
• Dress Code - For candidate to review and initial via DocuSign.
• The Confidential Fraud Waste Abuse and Compliance Reporting Mechanism Form is required for all candidates
• Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (9/1 - 3/31).
• Ohio State - Fingerprint Attestation (Subs)

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