Registered Nurse Nicu

BronxCare Health System is the largest, not-for-profit health and teaching hospital system serving Central and South Bronx. BronxCare Health System is proud of the successful efforts to deliver the highest quality, comprehensive, compassionate, and accessible services by leading the way in Caring for the Bronx.

BronxCare is seeking experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) nurses to join our Health System and provide medically relevant care for patients who have been admitted with status of requiring critical care. The ideal candidate will have previous NICU experience in a hospital setting as a Registered Nurse. The prior experience will ensure that patients received the very best care by qualified nurses with this level of experience.

The open NICU roles are for RN’s who are available on a full-time basis and can work 3x12’s. BronxCare has both day and night shifts available. The previous experience will allow BronxCare to transition you over into our staff where our nurses make a difference.

BronxCare requires candidates to submit:

NYS Registered Nurse License

NYS Registered Nurse Registration

College Degree-B.S.N

BLS from American Heart Association

ACLS from American Heart Association

PALS from American Heart Association

NRP

Other Requirements

NICU nurses MUST possess exceptional communication skills. This staff nurse role requires constant communication with physicians, Patient Care Managers, A.N.C.C’s as well as patients and families of patients

Responsibilities:
- Provide direct and specialized nursing care to newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
- Monitor and assess the condition of premature or critically ill infants
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as prescribed by physicians
- Perform procedures such as catheterizations, IV insertions, and blood draws
- Monitor vital signs and observe for any changes in the baby's condition
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Educate parents on infant care and provide emotional support during their stay in the NICU
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records

Qualifications:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a NICU setting
- Ability to catheterize infants when necessary
- Strong attention to detail and excellent critical thinking skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and make quick decisions in emergency situations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $107,599.46 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Critical & Intensive Care
• Pediatrics

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• Inpatient
• NICU
• PICU
• Teaching hospital

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Work Location: In person