NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (RN)

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--Computer Competency:

• Basic use of a computer (mouse, keyboard, printer, USB ports).
• Basic use of Microsoft Office (Word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and Skype).
• Web browsing, intranet search, document access.
• Use of shared network file space.
• Basic use of patient-facing technology (e.g. IV pumps, point of care devices, CR monitors).
• Navigation and use of clinical communication systems.

--Information Literacy:

• Determines the nature and extent of clinical information needed and uses the appropriate technology to access it.
• Accesses needed information effectively and efficiently.
• Evaluates information and its sources critically and appropriately incorporates it into clinical practice.
• Evaluates outcomes of the use of information.

--Information Management Literacy:

• Navigation of the electronic health record system.
• Ability to locate and review specific patient data in various clinical information systems.
• Effectively uses clinical decision support tools.
• Understands policies and procedures, confidentiality, security, and privacy regulations regarding the use of clinical information systems.
• Ability to collect clinical data using quality improvement tools.
• Respiratory FIT Testing.

Preferred Skills &

-At least one (1) year of RN experience in specialty unit and pediatrics.

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--Computer Competency:

• Basic use of a computer (mouse, keyboard, printer, USB ports).
• Basic use of Microsoft Office (Word processing, spreadsheets, presentations and Skype).
• Web browsing, intranet search, document access.
• Use of shared network file space.
• Basic use of patient-facing technology (e.g. IV pumps, point of care devices, CR monitors).
• Navigation and use of clinical communication systems.

--Information Literacy:

• Determines the nature and extent of clinical information needed and uses the appropriate technology to access it.
• Accesses needed information effectively and efficiently.
• Evaluates information and its sources critically and appropriately incorporates it into clinical practice.
• Evaluates outcomes of the use of information.

--Information Management Literacy:

• Navigation of the electronic health record system.
• Ability to locate and review specific patient data in various clinical information systems.
• Effectively uses clinical decision support tools.
• Understands policies and procedures, confidentiality, security, and privacy regulations regarding the use of clinical information systems.
• Ability to collect clinical data using quality improvement tools.
• Respiratory FIT Testing.

Preferred Skills &

-At least one (1) year of RN experience in specialty unit and pediatrics. Required

-Nursing Diploma. Preferred

-BSN. Required Certifications &

• CPR Certification issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Registered Nursing License or active Temporary Practice Permit in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or State of New Jersey, depending on the assigned work location.
• Multistate Compact License (including the state of PA) is accepted in lieu of the PA RN license.
• If practicing with an active temporary practice permit, obtains an RN license prior to the expiration of the practice permit.
• PALS certification.

Preferred Certifications &

-Active membership in a professional nursing organization. Required

-Nursing Diploma. Preferred

-BSN. Required Certifications &

• CPR Certification issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Registered Nursing License or active Temporary Practice Permit in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or State of New Jersey, depending on the assigned work location.
• Multistate Compact License (including the state of PA) is accepted in lieu of the PA RN license.
• If practicing with an active temporary practice permit, obtains an RN license prior to the expiration of the practice permit.
• PALS certification.

Preferred Certifications &

-Active membership in a professional nursing organization.