RN, Doernbecher Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Oregon Health & Science University

Portland, Oregon, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Neonatal Intensive Care, Neonatal Resuscitation, PICC Team, Lactation, Fetal Care, Pediatric Surgery, Subspecialist Care, Ventilation Strategies, Patient Safety, Nutrition Research, NRP Certification, BLS Certification, Spanish/English Bilingualism

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Department Overview Doernbecher Children's Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is a 46-bed level IV, regional referral center, providing care for a patient population of critically ill, convalescing and growing premature and term newborns. Admissions come from our own high-risk perinatal department, as well as transports from other hospitals in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Hawaii. Provide continuing care and monitoring of NICU patients in locations outside of the NICU including MRI, CT, Nuclear Medicine, Upper GI, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, etc. This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include: Comprehensive health care plans. Covered at 100% of the cost for full-time employees and 88% for dependents. $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee Two separate above market pension plans to choose from Vacation - 192 to 288 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time Holidays - up to 64 holiday hours per calendar year (employees accrue .0308 holiday hours for each hour paid – included in vacation accruals) Sick Leave - 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time Substantial public transportation discounts (Tri-met and C-Tran) Tuition Reimbursement Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including extensive wellness resources Function/Duties of Position The NICU at Doernbecher Children’s Hospital at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, OR is a regional referral center for all critically ill neonates, offering access to pediatric surgeons and subspecialists. Here are some things that set us apart from other hospitals in the area that make this an exciting place to work: 46 bed, Level IV NICU, within a Level I, Academic Medical Trauma Center Magnet designated hospital Most comprehensive Fetal Care Program in Oregon and Southwest Washington, offering maternal and fetal care at one center, including intrauterine fetal surgery Specialized neonatal resuscitation program for high risk delivery attendance Pediatric and Neonatal Transport team NICU specific PICC and Lactation teams Pioneering research in areas including nutrition, patient safety, and ventilation strategies This is a night shift only position - no rotations between night and day shift Here are some reasons to be excited about living in Portland: The Pacific Northwest is an outdoor enthusiast’s playground! There are extraordinary beaches to the West and the wild, scenic, and fun Columbia River Gorge to the East. National forests are everywhere. You can be skiing, beach combing or deep in a forest in 2 hours. Portland is a great walking and biking city, with plenty of public transportation, a beautiful airport with non-stop flights to loads of international destinations, a population that celebrates the arts, great food, artisan coffee and neighborhoods full of shops selling handmade clothes, crafts and furniture. Take a look at more information about Portland here: https://www.travelportland.com/ Required Qualifications 2 years Level II, III, and/or IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit experience. Applicants, without Neonatal ICU experience, may be considered for the position per management discretion. If considering New Graduates, preference is for immersion in NICU during education. Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification Annual/Biennial Department specific education requirements include:o Annual pediatric/neonatal competencieso Biennial competency for newborn resuscitation at high risk deliveries BSN Graduates: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from a program accredited by Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) 30 days before start date. ADN Graduates: Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited program 30 days before the start date. Associate degree Nurses required to enroll in BSN program within 3 years of hire and complete within 5 years of hire Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License BLS at time of hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) BLS must not expire during orientation Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation Preferred Qualifications Internal Applicants: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Stable Certification for those with NICU experience Bilingual: Spanish/English Specialty certification specific to Neonatal Nursing Additional Details Length of Orientation – Experienced Nurse External candidates: OHSU & Nursing New Employee Orientation (NEO) for about a week. Either Transition to Practice (TTP) Program Specialty Fellowship/Fellowship Learning Pathway or Orientation experiencefrom 3 days-26 weeks depending on the care area. An employment service agreement may apply Why apply to OHSU? Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing continuing care and monitoring for critically ill, convalescing, and growing premature and term newborns within a 46-bed Level IV regional referral NICU. Responsibilities also include providing care outside the NICU in locations such as MRI, CT, and Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory.