What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse NICU, PRN Days position at El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation?
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Responsible for directing and coordinating all nursing care for patients based on established clinical nursing practice standards. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Supports the organization’s vision and mission. Utilizes knowledge of patient’s developmental age and cultural diversity in the provision of patient and family-centered care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.
Work experience:
At least one year experience within the patent care area that candidate is applying to, is required.
License/Registration/Certification:
Please Note: RN PRN candidates, whether internal or external candidates, must have certifications noted in the table below by department at the start of assignment/employment.
Certification by Unit
Departments
Upon Hire
Obtained within 12 months from Date of Hire
Obtained within 18 months from Date of Hire
RN
BLS
ACLS
PALS
NRP
STABLE
APHON
TNCC
ENPC
PICU
X
X
X
X
Pediatrics
X
X
X
IMCU
X
X
X
Hematology/Oncology
X
X
X
X
NICU
X
X
X
X
Perioperative Services
X
X
X
X
Emergency Dept
X
X
X
X
X*
X*
X
X
Float Pool
X
X
X
X
Transport
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Nurse Imaging
X
X
X
X
Multispecialty Center
X
X
- For Emergency Department, NRP and STABLE are required within 12 months from date-of-hire.
Education and Training
- Associate degree in Nursing required.
Skills
- Possesses critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
- Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills.
- Ability to utilize computers for documentation purposes.
- Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.