NICU

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.Key Responsibilities: Patient Care: Provide specialized care to neonates, including those < 24-28 weeks, with a focus on respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and infectious disease management.

Medication Administration: Use Pyxis medication system to administer IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids. Documentation: EPIC system 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).Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)Skills and Experience: 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.Provider Support: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NP, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary.Important Notes: Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) will be given special consideration.Patient Diagnoses: Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions transferred to NCH main campus.Special

Procedures/Unit Details: Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.Agency staff have the following parking permit options (purchased through CampusParc at osu.campusparc.com):The WB and CXS permits require annual payment upfront and are not available as monthly permits. The WMC permit is available monthly.WMC

Monthly Permit: 24/7 access to the Wexner Medical Center Garage $224.80/month or $748.58 per 100 days.WB

Annual Permit: 9th Avenue East and West Garages on weekends and holidays; West Campus WB/WC lots 24/7 with shuttle service $196.20/year.CXS

Annual Permit: 9th Avenue East and West Garages on weekends and holidays; Buckeye CX and West Campus lots 24/7 $393.96/year.WB

Parking Details: Parking is available in West Campus Carmack Lots 2 and 3, approximately 1.7 miles from OSU Wexner Medical Center. The Pink Shuttle runs every 3 5 minutes during peak times and reaches the medical center in approximately 8 9 minutes. Weekend garage access is available from Friday at 2:00 p.m. through Monday at 8:00 a.m. Outside those hours, regular hourly garage rates apply.Refund Information: Prorated refunds may be available for unused future months on annual permits. Current and prior months are not refundable. Cancel by 6:30 p.m. on the last business day of the month to avoid the next charge. Refund checks may take 3 5 weeks.Quick SummaryWMC: Closest option with guaranteed garage access; highest cost.CXS: Lower-cost option with multiple parking locations.WB: Lowest-cost option with frequent shuttle service; best value.Please note: Parking costs and options are subject to change per CampusParc policies.

Modified Time: 1/4/2027 12:00:00

Required Flu Vaccine: Required - Medical

Exemptions Only Submittals: Low