Registered Nurse - NICU - Part-Time - Days

Job DescriptionStamford Health is looking for a part-time, day shift RN to join the NICU department. This position will be 2 days a week, 12.5-hour shifts with rotating weekends and holidays. Shifts are 7a-8p.Prior NICU Experience is Required!!!Coordinate and deliver patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and following all established standards of practice within State and Federal guidelines. Provide supervision of non-RN personnel and act as a resource for ancillary staff on assigned unit. Supervise unit activities when assigned to charge or clinical coordinator role. Act as preceptor to new staff and/or students as requested. Adhere to all Stamford Hospital's policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program. Provide safe and therapeutic care using the values inherent in our hospital culture.ResponsibilitiesProvides direct patient care to a select group of patients and advocates on their behalf Assesses patient's physical and psychosocial condition throughout the continuum of care.Develops and communicate patient plan of care reflecting patient issues and proposed interventions to achieve desired patient outcome.Collaborates with patient, family and healthcare team in implementing plan of careProvides education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and familyResponds to crisis in a calm, efficient manner, directing others concisely.Evaluates patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care and readiness for discharge and/or continuing care. Revise plan of care as needed and appropriately refer for additional services where indicated.Documents pertinent information, observations and all aspects of patient care clearly, concisely and in a timely manner.Qualifications1) Prior NICU experience requiredGraduate of an accredited School of Nursing.2) Valid license as Registered Nurse in Connecticut.3) BSN strongly preferred.4) BLS certification required.5) Maintain minimum of 6 contact hours annually.