Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced NICU RN for a Level III NICU position in Ohio, requiring NRP certification and proficiency in neonatal respiratory and cardiovascular management.

Details

• Level III NICU in a hospital setting
• Cares for neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above, including those under 24-28 weeks
• Patient population includes neonates with respiratory distress, glucose management issues, cardiovascular conditions, gastrointestinal conditions, infectious diseases, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions
• Pyxis medication dispensing system used for IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids
• Epic EMR (Nationwide Children's instance) used for documentation
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)

Requirements

• Active OH RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS and NRP certifications required
• Experience in Level III and/or Level IV NICU settings required
• Proficiency in ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Experience with arterial line management, central line care, and umbilical artery/vein catheter management
• Proficiency in gastrointestinal feeding methods and oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tube management
• Experience with infection control measures and IV therapy
• Neonatal abstinence syndrome intervention experience
• Two professional supervisor references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Full 7-year work history with all gaps explained required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provides specialized neonatal care including respiratory management, cardiovascular monitoring, medication administration, and infection control
• Implements SBAR communication method when interacting with healthcare providers and families
• Multidisciplinary team includes NPs, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, interpretation services, and unit secretaries
• Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital may receive preferential consideration
• No required break between assignments when changing representation at this facility (except for Sterile Processing Techs, who require a 30-day break)
• All time-off and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial consideration