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Assists the Unit Director with the responsibility and accountability for the management of the unit. Emphasis on independent decision-making related to the nursing process. Demonstrates the ability to provide consistent direction for all nursing personnel in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating nursing activities.
A.
Hold a current Texas permit or license as a Registered Nurse. BSN preferred. B.
Training and
- 1. Current BLS Certification that follows the American Heart Association guidelines upon hire or transfer to a department. 2. 18 months full-time experience as an RN preferred. If less than 18 months experience, administrative approval must be obtained. 3. Neonate Resuscitation Program (NRP) within 6 months of hire or transfer to department. 4. EKG within 6 months of hire. 5. Hospital and Nursing orientation within 3 months of hire. 6. NICU competencies within 3 months of hire:
- QS Computerized Charting
- Care of the neonate
- Care of the premature neonate
- Care of the ventilated neonate Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions: A. Ability to perform: 1. Heavy lifting 2. Sustained standing and walking 3. Work under stress 4. Varied work hours and shifts. B. Exposure to infectious diseases.
Day Shift · 7a-7p
About the role
Assists the Unit Director with the responsibility and accountability for the management of the unit. Emphasis on independent decision-making related to the nursing process. Demonstrates the ability to provide consistent direction for all nursing personnel in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating nursing activities.