Registered Nurse - NICU (RN)

Company: Rio Grande Regional Hospital
Location: Mcallen
Posted on: January 15, 2020

Job Description:

DESCRIPTION SHIFT: Days (rotating weekends)

SCHEDULE: Part-time

Do you want to be a part of a family and not just another employee? Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application today and find out what it truly means to be a part of a team.

We value your contributions. Our employee recognition programs encourage our teams to raise the bar. We are currently seeking a REGISTERED NURSE (RN) to join our family. Come be a part of the change!

We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including competitive salary, excellent benefit package and growth opportunities. We believe in our team and your ability to do excellent work with us. Your benefits include 401k, PTO medical, dental, flex spending, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and student loan repayment. We would love to talk to you about this fantastic opportunity.

RIO GRANDE REGIONAL HOSPITAL - MCALLEN, TX

REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - NICU

Founded in 1982, RIO GRANDE REGIONAL HOSPITAL (RGRH), an HCA-affiliated facility, is proud of maintaining its status as one of the leading healthcare providers in the Rio Grande Valley. For nearly 33 years, we have remained focused and committed to providing quality healthcare to all members of our community.

With 320 beds and a team of more than 500 physicians representing over 35 specialties, we offer a range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and specialty services, including:

* 24-hour emergency room

* Level III Trauma Center

* Comprehensive cardiovascular care

* 30-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

RIO GRANDE REGIONAL HOSPITAL is currently looking for a REGISTERED NURSE (RN) - NICU.

WHAT YOU WILL DO IN THIS ROLE:

* Performs complete head to toe newborn assessment with plan of care in a family centered setting

* Medication administration with understanding of side effects for NICU/newborn population

* Thermoregulation:.Recognizes acceptable infant temperature ranges.

* Infection control for newborns

* Demonstrates proficiency with computerized documentation

* Lactation support for breastfeeding mothers in accordance with policy.

* Safely and efficiently perform role of Admission Nurse

* Provides family centered education based on family needs

* Accepts responsibility for unit charge nurse as assigned.

* Demonstrates knowledge of developmental care of newborn.

* Demonstrates knowledge of normal lab values of the neonate and recognizes and reports abnormalities of neonate and mother. Follow protocols for GBBS, glucose protocols.

* Demonstrates knowledge of phototherapy and Kernicterus as a never event.

QUALIFICATIONS

WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR THIS ROLE:

* Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.

* Current registration with the Board of Nurse Examiners for the state of Texas or if recently graduated, have a valid permit to practice professional nursing.

* NRP required, but may take course within first year of employment

* Has documentation of attending AWHONN's FHM P&P within past two years, but may take the course within 6 months to 1 year of employment.

* BLS

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We are committed to:

Providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect.
Recruiting and retaining a diverse staff reflective of the patients and communities we serve.
Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected category in accordance to applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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