Role Overview: Provides professional nursing care in a Level 2E Special Care Nursery, assessing and monitoring neonatal patients, recognizing changes, planning, and evaluating care plans. Delegates appropriate tasks to team members and collaborates to achieve unit goals.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver nursing care in accordance with state regulations and hospital policies.
- Utilize critical thinking to assess patients, recognize changes, and document observations.
- Function as part of a team, supporting unit objectives and patient outcomes.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associate Degree or higher in Nursing; Bachelor’s Degree required within five years if only an Associate Degree.
- Current Illinois RN licensure and BLS certification.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification within six months of hire.
- Preferably 2 years of NICU RN Level 3 experience.
Key Attributes: Critical thinking, teamwork, adaptability, and strong clinical skills in neonatal care.