Charge Nurse - NICU, Nights

Overview

At Piedmont Eastside's NICU we take pride in making a positive impact in the lives of our tiniest patients and their families! Our level 3 NICU hosts 18 beds with low nurse-to-patient ratios. Our NICU provides expert, 24‑hour care to premature and sick babies with the guidance of Neonatologists, Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, and NICU nurses.

• Coordinates the delivery of quality nursing care for patients from birth through the lifecycle, as well as operational issues during his/her shift.
• Provides clinical care as needed when census demands.
• Communicates patient care, departmental issues, and staff concerns to the appropriate leader(s).
• Serves as resource for guidance and assistance to the staff.

Minimum Education Required

Graduate of a nursing program.

Minimum Experience Required

One (1) year of nursing experience in a hospital setting.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required by Law

Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required.

Additional Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum). Demonstrated clinical competency.