Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care - $1,947 per week

Company: Ohio State University Hospital
Location: Columbus
Posted on: October 26, 2024

Job Description:

• Certification Details
• Certifications may vary based on unit specifics. Check UD/Unit Cost Center Link to determine certifications required per unit.
• ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP certifications may be specifically required for certain units and roles.
• Facility offers resources to renew ACLS, BLS, and PALS. Please reach out to facility contact for instructions.
  • Job Details
  • The NICU RN provides comprehensive care to neonates in a Level III NICU, focusing on the treatment of patients from 22 weeks gestation and above.
  • This role involves managing respiratory distress, glucose management, and care for neonates requiring surgery or cardiac interventions.
  • Patient Care: Provide specialized care to neonates, including those
  • Medication Administration: Use Pyxis medication system to administer IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids.
  • Documentation: Utilize Nationwide Children's EPIC system for accurate and timely patient documentation.
  • Communication: Implement SBAR communication method to ensure effective interaction with healthcare providers and families.
  • Special Procedures: Perform and manage procedures including arterial line management, central line care, and neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions.
  • Respiratory Management: Oversee ventilator settings and adjustments (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP).
    • Job Requirements
    • Basic Life Support (BLS)
    • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
    • Experience in NICU Level III and Level IV settings.
    • Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management.
    • Proficient in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes.
    • Expertise in infection control measures and IV therapy, including umbilical artery and vein catheter management.
      • Unit Specific Information
      • Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.
      • Special focus on managing patients including those necessary for neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions.
        • Additional Details
        • Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) will be given special consideration.
        • Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions transferred to NCH main campus.

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