NICU RN
CommonSpirit Health, Tacoma, WA, United States
Job Summary
At St. Joseph Medical Center, Neonatologists are available at a moment’s notice. Our special care nursery provides around-the-clock care to newborns with moderate concerns, such as infections. We also offer a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for babies with more serious issues, and our collaboration with Seattle Children’s gives babies access to nationally recognized pediatric specialists. We often identify concerns before birth, giving our team and families time to prepare. Obstetricians specializing in high-risk pregnancy perform advanced testing to assess potential issues. They coordinate additional services that enable us to start caring for babies immediately after birth if necessary.
Essential Job Functions
Performs a systematic and thorough physical assessment based on knowledge of the normal and abnormal physiology and pathophysiology of the neonate.
Performs a systematic and thorough assessment based on knowledge of adaptation to extrauterine life.
Identifies the neonate at risk for complications and provides appropriate care.
Plans and cares for the normal term newborn and critically ill neonate.
Job Requirements – Education/Work Experience
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Possession of a BSN degree is preferred.
Previous Level II or Level III experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
Current Healthcare BLS Certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) completion within 6 months of date of hire.
National Certification Corporation (NCC) certification Mother/Baby Unit (MBU) preferred.
National Certification Corporation (NCC) certification high or low risk NICU preferred.
Where You'll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891.
Pay Range
$47.86 - $79.78 /hour
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At St. Joseph Medical Center, Neonatologists are available at a moment’s notice. Our special care nursery provides around-the-clock care to newborns with moderate concerns, such as infections. We also offer a Level III neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) for babies with more serious issues, and our collaboration with Seattle Children’s gives babies access to nationally recognized pediatric specialists. We often identify concerns before birth, giving our team and families time to prepare. Obstetricians specializing in high-risk pregnancy perform advanced testing to assess potential issues. They coordinate additional services that enable us to start caring for babies immediately after birth if necessary.
Essential Job Functions
Performs a systematic and thorough physical assessment based on knowledge of the normal and abnormal physiology and pathophysiology of the neonate.
Performs a systematic and thorough assessment based on knowledge of adaptation to extrauterine life.
Identifies the neonate at risk for complications and provides appropriate care.
Plans and cares for the normal term newborn and critically ill neonate.
Job Requirements – Education/Work Experience
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
Possession of a BSN degree is preferred.
Previous Level II or Level III experience preferred.
Licensure/Certification
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the Washington State Board of Nursing.
Current Healthcare BLS Certification.
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) completion within 6 months of date of hire.
National Certification Corporation (NCC) certification Mother/Baby Unit (MBU) preferred.
National Certification Corporation (NCC) certification high or low risk NICU preferred.
Where You'll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891.
Pay Range
$47.86 - $79.78 /hour
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