What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Neonatal position at SimpliFi / Multicare / Tacoma General Hospital?
Details
Client Name
SimpliFi / Multicare / Tacoma General Hospital
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Nursing
Profession
Specialty
Neonatal
Job ID
30673121
Job Title
RN - Neonatal
Weekly Pay
3414.0
Shift Details
Shift
8H Night (10-6)
Scheduled Hours
Job Order Details
Start Date
03 / 10 / 2025
End Date
06 / 09 / 2025
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
Job Title : Neonatal Registered Nurse (Neonatal RN)
Job Summary :
A Neonatal Registered Nurse (Neonatal RN) provides specialized care to newborn infants, primarily those who are premature, critically ill, or require intensive monitoring due to medical conditions. The Neonatal RN focuses on supporting the health and well-being of newborns in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), ensuring their safety, growth, and development.
Key Responsibilities :
- Assess and monitor the health and stability of newborn infants in NICU settings, including premature, ill, or high-risk babies.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and medical treatments as prescribed for neonatal patients.
- Monitor and manage ventilators, oxygen therapy, and other life support equipment as needed.
- Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care plans for each newborn.
- Provide emotional and educational support to families of newborns, addressing their concerns and guiding them through the neonatal care process.
- Support parents in infant care, including breastfeeding support, developmental care, and providing guidance on infant safety.
- Identify and respond to complications such as respiratory distress, infections, jaundice, and nutritional needs.
- Document and maintain detailed patient records, monitoring progress and treatment outcomes.
- Administer neonatal resuscitation, if needed, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Ensure infection control measures and neonatal care protocols are followed to maintain patient safety.
- Educate families on the care and management of newborns once they are discharged.
Qualifications :
Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Client Details
Address
315 Martin Luther King Jr Way
City
Tacoma
State
Zip Code
98405