RN NICU Nights
RegisteredNurse.jobs · Fort Worth, TX · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Registered Nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth. The NICU is a 63‑bed, fast‑paced, high‑acuity unit caring for infants from 22 weeks gestation to full term. The unit operates with a 1:1‑3 patient‑to‑nurse ratio and provides 24/7 in‑house neonatology and neonatal nurse practitioner coverage, a multidisciplinary team approach, daily patient‑care rounds, electronic self‑scheduling, and an active unit‑based council.
Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed clinical assessments of patients and prioritize patient and family needs.
- Create, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans; adjust plans to achieve desired outcomes.
- Provide patient education to infants’ families and the broader community.
- Delegate tasks appropriately based on patient condition and team competencies, and follow up promptly.
- Document assessments, care plans, and patient responses in the electronic medical record.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members during daily patient‑care rounds.
- Maintain compliance with the Texas Nursing Practice Act, hospital policies, and nursing ethics.
- Promote patient safety, comfort, and professional therapeutic relationships.
- Contribute to peer development, unit council activities, and community service initiatives.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Current RN license in Texas.
- Minimum 2 years recent Level III NICU experience.
- BLS certification (or obtain within 30 days of hire).
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong understanding of nursing standards, Texas nursing laws, and hospital procedures.
- Proficiency in medical terminology, disease prevention, medication administration, and side‑effect awareness.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, and scheduling/payroll systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and families.
- Commitment to professional growth and community service.
Benefits
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1.
- Additional benefits may vary based on position type and level.
Schedule
Full‑time nights, 7 pm – 7 am.