NICU in Columbus, OH - TrailBlazer Staffing Solutions
Columbus, OH 43210
About the Job
Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30)
Description:
Position Summary:
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.
Key Responsibilities:
• 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).
Required Certifications:
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Skills and Experience:
• 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.
Provider Support:
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NP, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary.
Important Notes:
• Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) will be given special consideration.
Patient Diagnoses:
• Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions transferred to NCH main campus.
Special Procedures/Unit Details:
• Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.
Trailblazer Staffing Solutions provides top notch travel and local assignments to Allied and Medical Professionals, across the United States. Our recruiters are experienced, problem-solving leaders in the industry. They understand client needs for the skilled, educated, and well screened Medical Professionals & create travel packages geared to deliver happy nurses, and medical providers, on time - every time!
When working with Trailblazer Staffing Solutions, not only do you receive personalized & accommodating support, but you’re also eligible to receive benefits to help make your travel experience the best, such as:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Referral Bonus program – refer up to 5 employees and earn up to $1,750!
Contract Renewal Bonus – renew your contract and earn up to a $3,000 bonus!
*Estimate of weekly pay is a combined weekly gross, including both the taxed and tax-free amount. Any benefits (medical, dental & vision insurance) are in addition to the weekly pay, and not accounted for in this quote. Estimated weekly gross is subject to change until a formal offer is made and accepted.
Description:
Position Summary:
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.
Key Responsibilities:
• 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).
Required Certifications:
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Skills and Experience:
• 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.
Provider Support:
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NP, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary.
Important Notes:
• Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) will be given special consideration.
Patient Diagnoses:
• Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions transferred to NCH main campus.
Special Procedures/Unit Details:
• Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.
Trailblazer Staffing Solutions provides top notch travel and local assignments to Allied and Medical Professionals, across the United States. Our recruiters are experienced, problem-solving leaders in the industry. They understand client needs for the skilled, educated, and well screened Medical Professionals & create travel packages geared to deliver happy nurses, and medical providers, on time - every time!
When working with Trailblazer Staffing Solutions, not only do you receive personalized & accommodating support, but you’re also eligible to receive benefits to help make your travel experience the best, such as:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Referral Bonus program – refer up to 5 employees and earn up to $1,750!
Contract Renewal Bonus – renew your contract and earn up to a $3,000 bonus!
*Estimate of weekly pay is a combined weekly gross, including both the taxed and tax-free amount. Any benefits (medical, dental & vision insurance) are in addition to the weekly pay, and not accounted for in this quote. Estimated weekly gross is subject to change until a formal offer is made and accepted.
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