Registered Nurse - NICU - Tri-City Medical Center - Day Shift - Full-time 0.9 FTE

Overview

At Sharp, being a nurse means transforming the health care experience for your patients, for your colleagues and for yourself. In a collaborative environment with state-of-the-art facilities and advanced clinical practices, we encourage you to follow your passions wherever they take you.

We offer a wide variety of nursing positions — from RNs and clinical nurse leads to case managers and clinical nurse specialists.

Success Profile

• Innovative
• Collaborative
• Resourceful
• Advocate
• Person-centered
• Critical Thinker

Job Details

• Hospital: STCMC Tri
• Shift: Day
• Status: Regular
• Hourly Pay Range: $44.670 - $68.850
• Covered by CBA: Yes
• Recalled and internal applicants deadline: July 8, 2026

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Six (6) months as a Registered Nurse in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• License: California Registered Nurse (RN) - CA Board of Registered Nursing
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• STABLE certification (preferred)

Essential Functions

• Patient Care: Coordinate the interprofessional health care team to deliver safe, efficient, patient-centered, timely and equitable care. Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify patient-specific needs. Develop and implement individualized care plans. Monitor and evaluate patient interventional responses ensuring swift follow-up as needed. Act as patient advocate and protect patient dignity and confidentiality. Evaluate effectiveness of care provided by all health care team members, including oneself, and contribution of systems and environment in progressing patients toward desired outcomes. Provide education to patients and families about medical conditions, medications, and lifestyle modifications. Advocate for evidence-based practices in NICU care.
• Safety and Compliance: Maintain a safe, clean working environment, adhere to infection control and hospital policies. Maintain strict adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols. Comply with hospital and regulatory standards, including The Joint Commission and OSHA guidelines. Adhere to facility policies to ensure safe care. Identify and report safety concerns; demonstrate willingness to address pervasive systemic issues.
• Documentation: Accurately document care measures, interventions, patient progress, and any incidents in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Professional Development and Leadership: Provide mentorship to New Graduate Nurses and students, fostering their professional development. Participate in professional development activities, including continuing education, certifications, workshops and quality improvement initiatives.
• Emergency Preparedness: Act decisively in critical situations, such as cardiac arrest, demonstrating advanced clinical skills and composure under pressure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical Skills: Proficient in operating advanced critical care related equipment and technology. Strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and critical care related pharmacology. Understanding in managing Procedural sterile fields and ensuring adherence to procedural protocols. Proficient in responding to neonatal emergencies, including at time of delivery.
• Critical Thinking: Rapid decision-making skills in high-pressure environments. Ability to prioritize tasks and adapt to dynamic cases.
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication with the NICU team, patients, and families. Strong interpersonal skills to support a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Miscellaneous: Medical, vision, dental and more
• Vacation: Generous vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Wellness: Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program: Employee assistance program
• Retail Plans: Retirement plans
• Education: Educational opportunities and tuition reimbursement
• Discount Programs: Perks and other benefits

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