Description
15 bed level III NICU. Infants in this unit may require ventilation with conventional, jet, oscillator, or NCPAP ventilation. Nitric Oxide may also be used in this unit. PDA ligation, laser eye surgery for ROP and bronchoscopy are a few procedures that are performed in the NICU. Procedures not performed are ECMO and cardiac invasive procedure or surgery. This unit has a transport team to facilitate acceptance of Level II & III infants from the Las Vegas Valley and surrounding states. Safe Patient Handling Equipment located on each unit or available to each to unit to assist staff to safely and appropriately mobilize patients including repositioning in bed, ambulating, lateral transferring or transferring to chair/commode.
Job Summary:
The NICU Clinical Nurse Specialist is accountable for promoting excellence in clinical nursing practice and is responsible for knowledge driven outcomes management, advanced clinical practice, education to staff, patient, family and community. The NICU Clinical Nurse Specialist performs patient evaluations, counsels patients / families and collaborates with physicians and other members of the health care team to provide other appropriate direct care interventions. The inpatient population within our NICU Nursing Services program consists primarily of premature newborns and term neonates with complicating conditions.
Require Patient Population tab: Yes
Experience
Minimum - Three to five years RN clinical experience in NICU nursing with education emphasis.
Education
Minimum - BSN Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, Masters Degree (MBA or MSN or MHA).
Training
Assaultive Behavior Course within 30 days.
Special Skills
Strong program development, research and analytical skills. Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to utilize the electronic medical record Must demonstrate knowledge of keyboard/mouse abilities and navigation of Windows. Must be able to communicate effectively. Ability to form and manage teams. Flexible in scheduling. Demonstrates organizational skills and strong leadership ability. Ability to work on multiple hospital campuses.
Licensure
Required: RN = Registered Nurse in State of NV
CT CPRBLS = Current Basic Life Support CPR
CT NRP = Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
STABLE = Current Sugar, Temperature, Airway, Blood pressure, Lab work, and Emotional Support Program Certification.
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Qualifications
ST. ROSE is EXCELLENCE St. Rose Dominican Hospitals has served southern Nevada for more than 60 years with a commitment to quality, compassionate health care. As southern Nevada's only not-for-profit, non-tax supported, religiously sponsored hospitals, St. Rose recognizes the importance of healing not only the body, but the mind and spirit as well. Dedicated caregivers, the latest technology and an environment of healing work together at all three St. Rose hospitals in Henderson and Las Vegas. We are part of Dignity Health, one of the largest health care systems in the U.S. The word "dignity" perfectly defines what our organization stands for: Showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. Our employees enjoy competitive salaries, comprehensive benefit packages and teamwork centered work environments. We offer relocation assistance to qualified candidates. We also value the health our employees, patients and visitors — St. Rose is a tobacco-free organization. With a focus on family and community, southern Nevada has beautiful master-planned neighborhoods and affordable living, first-class restaurants, shopping, entertainment and no state income tax. The beauty and climate of the Southwest make possible year-round outdoor activities. Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada are cities based on community and St. Rose Dominican Hospitals has served this community with a commitment to excellence in the delivery of compassionate health care. St. Rose Dominican Hospitals is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) seeking qualified and diverse candidates to foster a work environment where our employees share a commitment to our mission and values. All employment decisions are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran or marital status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. St. Rose Hospitals are safe lift equipped and follow the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Standards for lifting. Find us on Facebook
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