RN-NICU, FT Nighsthift

To provide quality neonatal nursing care in an environment that strives to meet patient needs on a holistic level. This is done by incorporating emotional support and education with superior medical and nursing care with the aim of achieving patient well-being.

• Earned a nursing diploma or degree from a college or university.
• Licensed in the State of Tennessee.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 90 days of hire.
• Special Care Nursery/NICU experience desirable.
• Able to return to work within 1 hour when on call.
• Perinatal/NICU Healthcare Delivery
• Standard patient care equipment for services provided. The ability to work well under pressure, to function dependently and independently and to be flexible in applying basic nursing knowledge to a variety of setting. Equipment: Network Computer System; Neonatal Cardiac Monitor; Phototherapy Lights (Bililights and Biliblanket); NICU Isolettes/Warmers and Transport Isolettes; Infant Security System; Medication System; TcB; Glucometer; Pulse Ox; Mobilab; IV pumps; Syringe feeding pump; assisting with respiratory equipment "bCPAP, Ventilator, Vapotherm"; Language line
• Nursery/NICU unit with patient population ranging from birth to 90 days of life.
• Able to communicate in English verbally and legibly.
• Able to stand/work for up to twelve hours a day.
• Able to push/pull up to 175 lbs.
• Able to lift with assistance up to 250 lbs.

• Performs a comprehensive assessment on all patients within the appropriate time of admission utilizing skills of observation, communication and examination; including data obtained from patient, family and other members of the healthcare team.
• Plans the patient's care on an individual basis, identifying problems/needs, nursing diagnosis, standards of care/practice, interventions consistent with identified problems and attainable outcomes.
• Plans for patient teaching, discharge and post discharge needs as appropriate for patient population.
• Functions independently with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to areas evidence by adherence to policy, procedure and competency based assessment and no pattern or trend of problem.
• Handles/ transports/ stores/ prepares/ administers medications/ solutions safely and in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Reassess patient's condition, evaluate patient response and modify plan of care accordingly and in a timely manner.
• Accepts Charge responsibilities and assigns staff with consideration of patient condition and care requirement, acuity and complexity of patient's condition. Facilitates Staff development.
• Maintains healing and therapeutic environment for the patient and family.
• Maintains position specific qualifications. Attends mandatory in-services/staff meetings.
• Demonstrates responsibility for assigned communications, unit duties, and special assignments.
• Maintains personal appearance in a way that reflects our professionalism and demonstrates to our patients, visitors and co-workers the importance we place on cleanliness, orderliness, and safety.

Williamson Health is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits program, that offers you choice and flexibility, so you can take charge of your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• PTO
• Retirement Matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discount programs
• FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Aid

Williamson Health is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.