About this role
FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.
Responsibilities
The NICU RN is responsible for providing highly specialized and compassionate care to critically ill newborns, while providing emotional support to parents, helping them navigate the challenges of having a newborn in the intensive care setting. The NICU RN works closely with neonatologists, respiratory therapists and other nurses within the NICU setting. Evaluates the family's response to care and teaching and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members.
Qualifications
Valid NC RN License or Compact State RN License required. Experience required. BCLS and PALS required.
Will be working 72/hrs per pay period as a staff RN for 12 weeks. Benefit status is consistent with casual part time benefits.
Former FHC employees and current agency staff are also eligible to apply.
At least 1 year recent NICU experience required.
Other facts
About FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc.
FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a private, not-for-profit health care network headquartered in Pinehurst, NC. Our 6,100 employees serve 15 counties in central North Carolina. Licensed for four hospitals with 546 beds, we are committed to treating the whole patient and to providing quality health care for the entire community – especially those in need.
What you'll do
- The NICU RN provides specialized care to critically ill newborns and emotional support to their parents. They collaborate with healthcare team members to evaluate patient progress and revise care plans as needed.
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