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About the Role
CareSynqAI seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse with NICU experience to provide specialized care to premature and critically ill newborns. The role requires an active RN license, 2+ years of NICU experience, and BLS/NRP certifications.
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Responsibilities
- Provide direct, continuous nursing care to premature and critically ill neonates in the NICU
- Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, weight, and neurological status; recognize and respond to signs of clinical deterioration
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and parenteral/enteral nutrition per physician orders
- Manage and troubleshoot specialized equipment including ventilators, CPAP/high flow devices, incubators, phototherapy units, and cardiorespiratory monitors
- Assist with and perform procedures such as IV/umbilical line insertion and care, gavage feeding, suctioning, and specimen collection
- Support kangaroo (skin to skin) care and breastfeeding/lactation initiatives
- Educate and emotionally support parents and families on infant care, feeding, developmental milestones, and discharge planning
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately
- Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, respiratory therapists, and other specialists
- Participate in emergency response and resuscitation (NRP) as needed
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols
Requirements
- Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ADN/BSN); BSN preferred
- Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience in a NICU or Level II/III neonatal unit
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
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Position Summary
- We are seeking a compassionate, highly skilled Registered Nurse with proven Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience to provide specialized clinical care to premature and critically ill newborns and infants.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct, continuous nursing care to premature and critically ill neonates in the NICU, including infants requiring ventilatory support, incubator/isolette care, and thermoregulation.
- Monitor vital signs, oxygen saturation, weight, and neurological status; recognize and respond promptly to signs of clinical deterioration.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and parenteral/enteral nutrition per physician orders, with precision dosing appropriate to neonatal weight and gestational age.
- Manage and troubleshoot specialized equipment, including ventilators, CPAP/high flow devices, incubators, phototherapy units, and cardiorespiratory monitors.
- Assist with and perform procedures such as IV/umbilical line insertion and care, gavage feeding, suctioning, and specimen collection.
- Support kangaroo (skin to skin) care and breastfeeding/lactation initiatives to promote infant bonding and development.
- Educate and emotionally support parents and families on infant care, feeding, developmental milestones, and discharge planning.
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, respiratory therapists, and other specialists as part of a coordinated care team.
- Participate in emergency response and resuscitation (NRP) as needed.
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols to protect immunocompromised and vulnerable infants.
Required Qualifications
- Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ADN/BSN); BSN preferred.
- Minimum 2+ years of clinical experience in a NICU or Level II/III neonatal unit, with direct experience caring for premature infants.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
- Strong clinical assessment skills specific to neonatal and pediatric physiology.
- Excellent communication skills for collaborating with care teams and counseling families during emotionally challenging situations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Certification in Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing (RNC NIC).
- Experience with Level III/IV NICU or regional referral center caring for extremely low birth weight (ELBW) infants.
- Lactation support training (e.g., CLC) or experience supporting breastfeeding in preterm infants.
- Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems used in neonatal/pediatric settings.
Key Skills & Attributes
- Calm, detail oriented, and able to perform precisely under high pressure, fast changing clinical situations.
- Strong critical thinking and rapid clinical decision making.
- Compassionate bedside manner with families experiencing high stress or grief.
- Team oriented with strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
- Physical stamina for extended shifts, including standing, lifting, and fine motor tasks with delicate equipment.
Work Environment
- Home based NICU setting requiring rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Exposure to a controlled, low stimulation clinical environment with strict infection control requirements (gowning, hand hygiene, etc.).
- On call availability may be required depending on unit staffing needs.
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