Rapid Response RN
Dallas, TX
Thrive Staffing
4x12 hrs, Nights

General Information

This position is for a Registered Nurse in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The NICU is equipped with 108 beds and provides critical care for newborns. Nurses will operate within a dynamic environment where the patient-to-nurse ratio ranges from 1:1 to 1:4.

Unit Specifics

• Number of Beds: 108
• Patient Ratios: 1:1 – 1:4
• Unit Staffing: Staffed with RNs, LVNs, PCTs, and Nurse Externs
• Type of Equipment: Nasal Cannula, Bubble CPAP, Vents, Oscillators, IV pumps, NIRS, Warmers, Isolettes
• Documentation System: CPN, Meditech
• Scheduling Requirements: 3-12 hour shifts per week, rotating weekends and holidays
• Floating Policy: Contract staff float before permanent staff to areas including PICU, Pediatrics, and CICU, caring for patients under 2 years old.

Qualifications

All applicants must have at least 1 year of experience in a Level III NICU. Additionally, the following qualifications are preferred:

• Experience with surgical and cardiac patients
• Experience caring for infants less than 27 weeks gestational age
• Experience with tracheostomy infants
• Management of central lines and respiratory management, including care of intubated patients

Advanced Skills Needed

• Central line insertions
• Circumcisions
• Exploratory laparotomies
• Gastroschisis reductions
• PDA ligations

Certifications Required

Successful candidates must have the following certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Dress Code

Required uniform is royal blue scrubs.

Additional Information

We encourage candidates to consider joining our unit, which is supported by a highly experienced team and equipped with advanced technology to ensure the best care for our patients.