Night NICU Registered Nurse (RN) Opportunities
The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Women & Infants Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island, is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing exceptional care for critically ill and premature newborns. The NICU features a single-family room design, allowing families to stay close to their infants and participate actively in their care. This design promotes bonding and supports family-centered care.
Are you a dedicated and compassionate nurse looking to make a difference in the NICU? Look no further! Our healthcare facility is thrilled to announce that we are currently hiring NICU Nurses to join our dynamic team.
Choosing to work in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) as a Registered Nurse (RN) can be a deeply rewarding career path. Here’s why many RNs choose to specialize in neonatal care:
1. Making a Life-Changing Impact
- NICU nurses care for the most vulnerable patients—premature and critically ill newborns—helping them survive and thrive.
- They provide life-saving interventions and support families during one of the most emotional times of their lives.
2. Strong Nurse-Patient Relationships
- NICU nurses develop close bonds with families, sometimes caring for babies over weeks or even months.
- Women & Infants Hospital offers single-family room designs, allowing for greater nurse-family engagement.
3. Advanced Skill Development
- NICU nurses gain expertise in handling high-tech medical equipment, including ventilators, feeding tubes, and IV medications.
- The role enhances skills in critical thinking, rapid response, and precision care for fragile infants.
4. Professional Growth & Specialization
- Many NICU nurses pursue certifications like the RNC-NIC (Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Certification) to advance their careers.
- NICU nurses can specialize further in areas like neonatal transport, ECMO (extracorporeal membrane oxygenation), or neonatal surgery.
5. Collaborative & Supportive Work Environment
- Women & Infants Hospital foster a team-focused environment that values nursing contributions.NICU nurses will work closely with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, lactation consultants, and social workers to provide holistic care.
6. Emotional Rewards & Job Satisfaction
- While it can be emotionally challenging, many NICU nurses find the success stories incredibly fulfilling—seeing a baby grow strong and go home is an unforgettable experience.
What We Offer:
- New Rates!
- Comprehensive Benefit Package
- Employer Funded Pension
- Tuition reimbursement/education fund
- Opportunity to expand specialty nursing skills
- Employee referral programs
Qualifications:
- Must have and maintain current licensure in the State of Rhode Island.
- Maintains CPR and any other credentials or certifications necessary to be competent as a Registered Nurse in the NICU
- Must be proficient in the English language.
- Strong knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and standards.
- Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, and medical staff.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and patient care processes.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment while demonstrating leadership when needed.
