Registered Nurse - NICU​/Nights - Req

job objective

a registered nurse is responsible for the nursing care of patients as established by the nursing practice act of the board of registered nursing of the state of california and as guided by policies and procedures of the medical center.

in addition to the objective outlined in the avmc registered nurse (rn) job description, the neonatal intensive care unit (nicu) rn is responsible for nursing care of preterm and/or newborn infants in distress or having difficulty in the transition from intrauterine to extrauterine life, guided by the policies and procedures of the unit.

• apply nursing process in direct patient care.
• provide accurate assessment and documentation of physiological, psychosocial, cultural, developmental, socioeconomic, and spiritual needs of patients as evidenced by assessment within time frame appropriate for level of care.
• provide logical sequence of action, update nursing care plan as evidenced by notations on care plan, provide evaluation each shift of patient's progress in relation to the patient care plan, if applicable to area of care.
• provide information to patient/family relating to educational resources available, direct patient/family educational process.
• provide discharge planning beginning on admission with appropriate referrals and update as required by the patient.
• adhere to admission and transfer criteria.
• adhere to all current policies and procedures in providing patient care and seek clarification if needed.
• evaluate and document outcomes of medical, nursing, and ancillary team interventions.
• incorporate time management skills in accomplishing care.
• be knowledgeable regarding current nursing practices and procedures.
• demonstrate knowledge and use of resources and forms.
• demonstrate knowledge of the medical center structure and administrative resources.
• demonstrate ability to interpret rules and regulations.
• know legal aspects of nursing care.
• demonstrate knowledge of legal documents pertinent to unit/area of care.
• demonstrate knowledge of patient rights.
• act as liaison between medical staff and patient care team.
• operate technical equipment safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• assist in maintenance of a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment.
• assess safety/cleanliness of patient/unit environment and report conditions requiring change.
• utilize resources, equipment, and supplies efficiently and with cost awareness.
• report hazardous conditions to appropriate department for correction.
• use clean and aseptic techniques for protection of patients and personal safety.
• prevent contamination and/or transfer of infection by use of the exposure control plan and standard precautions in daily work.
• demonstrate knowledge of emergency codes.
• supervise care provided by others.
• assume responsibility for quality of care given.
• give accurate and concise patient care reports to appropriate persons.
• demonstrate knowledge of scheduling guidelines.
• maintain professional attitude and effective working relationships with fellow staff members, other departments, patients' families, medical staff and volunteers.
• function appropriately and effectively under pressure. Provide care as part of team effort in crisis or emergency situation.
• adhere to all privacy laws when dealing with confidential and protected health information (phi).
• maintain the confidentiality of patients, medical center and department information.
• adhere to the code of conduct.
• adhere to all antelope valley medical center compliance & integrity program policies and procedures including duty to report compliance violations and duty to disclose conflicts of interest.
• complete all mandatory initial and annual training within assigned time frames per established guidelines.
• demonstrate ethical decision making, integrity, and a willingness to promote a culture of safety.
• communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors, and physicians.
• be responsible for problem solving and crisis intervention related to physicians, patients, families, and staff.
• follow the chain of command and conflict management process established by avmc.
• display a willingness to follow directions and to accept and utilize constructive…