Clinical Nurse - NICU (Part Time)
About the Role
Join a team that combines compassionate care with leading-edge technology in our Level III NICU. At Holy Cross Health, our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit is known for its excellence in caring for the most vulnerable newborns. Whether you're experienced or looking to transition into NICU nursing, we offer the training and support you need to thrive—including an internship for those without prior NICU experience.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Neonatologists, Pediatricians, Respiratory Therapists, Social Workers, and other professionals to provide specialized care for NICU patients.
- Attend high-risk deliveries (e.g., meconium-stained, multiple gestation, congenital anomalies).
- Administer medications, manage IVs, utilize ventilators/CPAP, and perform physician-ordered tests.
- Educate families on infant care and prepare them for discharge.
- Document care using Cerner (transitioning to EPIC).
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN or MSN preferred.
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Maryland or a Compact State.
- BLS certification (American Heart Association); additional Life Support certifications per unit requirements.
- Minimum 1 year of hospital experience; NICU experience preferred (bonus eligible).
Position Highlights
- Level III NICU offering a high-acuity, fast-paced environment.
- Internship program available for nurses seeking to specialize in NICU care.
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team approach.
- Opportunities for growth and continuing education.
Pay
Pay rate: $38.88 - $55.19 per hour. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates.
About the Organization
Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving Montgomery and Prince George’s counties in Maryland. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, it is a member of Trinity Health. Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first in the nation built on a community college campus. The network includes primary-care practices, affordable health centers, specialty care, home care, and hospice services.