Neonatal ICU RN; CLIN NURSE

Job Summary

The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care;

delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance.

Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

January 12th, 2026, by 11:59pm

• At least six (6) months of recent NICU RN experience.
• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction.
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR.
• American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)/American Heart Association (AHA) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 4 months of hire.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.
• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.

• National certification in high-risk neonatal nursing.
• American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)/American Heart Association (AHA) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
• BSN.
• UCDH clinical rotation/preceptorship.
• Completion of senior preceptorship or internship in specialty unit.

• 70% - Nursing Process and Practice.
• 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice.
• 5% - Leadership.
• 5% - Professional Development.
• 5% - Research.

The UC Davis Children's Hospital Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Special Care Nursery is a tertiary and qua ternary care treatment unit specializing in the care of high-risk infants, including those born prematurely and very prematurely, from 23 to 37 weeks gestation. The nursery also cares for infants born with congenital defects as well as birth related conditions, including congenital heart defects, gastroschisis, myelomeningocele (spina bifida) metabolic disorders and persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn, as well as birth related conditions such as jaundice, birth asphyxia, sepsis, pneumonia, perinatal depression, and intraventricular hemorrhage.

• Salary or Pay Range: $77.41-$104.16
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: 114
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  CLIN NURSE 2
• UC Job Code: 009139
• Number of Positions:
  Multiple
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 90%
• Shift (Work Schedule):
• Location:
  
  Main Hospital (HSP
  001)
• Union Representation: NX-Nurses
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on-site.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs.
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family.
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave.
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Work Life and…