Registered Nurse (RN) NICU
Corbin, KY - USA
Job Summary
Summary
Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN)
Full-Time3rdShift
BHCOR-Cor NICU Intermediate Corbin KY
NICU Our Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a 10-bed unit providing specialized and intensive medical care for premature and critically ill newborns caring for infants from32 weeks gestation through full term. The unit delivers continuous monitoring and evidence-based interventions to support respiratory nutritional and developmental needs while emphasizing family-centered care and safe transitions to discharge.
Performs carerequiringsubstantial specialized knowledge judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological biologicalphysicaland social sciences in the application of the nursing process. Utilizes high-level assessment skills to design and ensure multidisciplinary patient care to meet holistic needs incorporating established practice guidelines and regulatory standards. Mustpossessabilityto supervise LPNs CNAs Techs Unit Secretaries and Clinical students. All employees will continuallymonitorand adhere to safety responsibilities and initiatives.
Description:
Conducts and documents patient assessments monitors condition changes and updates care plans as needed.
Provides patient carein accordance withhospital policies procedures and physician orders.
Developsindividualized patient and family education and discharge plans using a multidisciplinary approach.
Communicateseffectively with physicians supervisors patients and healthcare team members to support quality patient care.
Demonstrates critical thinking sound judgment andappropriate delegationin routine and emergency situations.
Prioritizes workload coordinates patient flow and completes assignments efficiently within scheduled shifts.
Supports teamwork staff development and professional growth while serving as a resource to others.
Maintainslicensure completes mandatory training and follows all safety and regulatory requirements.
Requirements:
Associate degree in Nursing;Bachelorsdegree preferred.
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with current RN licensure.
No prior experience; patient care experience preferred.
Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit.
Required certifications/training include BLS ACLS PALS NRP Glucometer Training and Aegis Training.
BLS certification must be obtained within30 daysofhire.
ACLS PALS and NRP certifications must be obtained within90 daysof hire.
Glucometer and Aegis Trainingupon hireor perdepartment needs.
Benefits:
HealthVision Dental and Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Tuition Reimbursement up to $6000 annually
Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
PTO Sell Back Program
Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
Employee Support Fund for employees in need of emergency financial support
Retirement with Company Match
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Baptist Health, Kentucky and Southern Indiana's preferred healthcare provider, is improving access to healthcare and enhancing the health of the region.