Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse (NICU) Job Description We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse to join our Level II NICU team. This position will involve providing specialized nursing care to critically ill newborns in a fast-paced and rewarding environment. Key Responsibilities • Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients in the NICU, including high-risk newborns. • Monitor and assess patients’ health status and respond to changes in condition. • Administer medications and perform necessary procedures, adhering to established protocols. • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including Neonatologists and Nurse Practitioners, to optimize patient outcomes. • Support families through education and emotional support during their child’s stay in the NICU. • Participate in self-scheduling and fulfill weekend and holiday rotation requirements. Qualifications • Minimum of 2 years of recent NICU experience, Level II preferred. • BLS Certification and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) required. • STABLE certification is a plus. • Ability to float to sister facilities as needed. Unit Details • Level II NICU with 12 private rooms and a Special Care Nursery (SCN) with 18 beds. • Nurse-to-patient ratios: NICU 2:1, SCN 3:1. • Supported by an in-house team of NNPs 24/7 and Neonatologists during the day. • Common patient diagnoses include hyperbilirubinemia, respiratory distress syndrome, and sepsis, among others. Additional Information Orientation will include a pass/fail simulation lab for specific competencies. Schedules are managed through a self-scheduling system. The unit encourages a collaborative environment and values continuous learning and support for staff development. If you are passionate about neonatal nursing and have the required experience, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated NICU team.