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Company: Ohio State University Hospital
Location: Columbus, OH
Career Level: Mid-Senior Level
Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board

Description

    Certification Details
  • Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
    Job Details
  • 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.
  • 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: Utilize Nationwide Children's EPIC system for accurate and timely patient documentation.
  • 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).
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NP, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary.
  • Candidates with prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital (NCH) will be given special consideration.
  • Care for neonates with conditions such as respiratory distress, glucose management issues, and those requiring surgical or cardiac interventions transferred to NCH main campus.
  • Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.
    Job Requirements
  • 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.
    Unit Specific Information
  • Nationwide Children's NICU supports all necessary equipment, supplies, patient care policies, and procedures.
    Additional Details
  • Check UD/Unit Cost Center Link to determine certifications required per unit.
  • AHA only (Instructor/Provider and RQI acceptable). Letter of completion not acceptable.
  • *Travelers can renew ACLS at the facility.
  • License Verification required within 30 days of start.
  • Required for ER, ER OB, and ER Psych.
  • Required within 30 days of start for certain positions.
  • Required annually for certain certifications.
  • Dress Code - For candidate to review and initial via DocuSign.
  • The Confidential Fraud Waste Abuse and Compliance Reporting Mechanism Form is required for all candidates
  • Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season (9/1 - 3/31).
  • Ohio State - Fingerprint Attestation (Subs)

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