Clinical Nurse Specialist RN NICU

Job Summary And Responsibilities

At Northridge Hospital Medical Center, we understand that the possibility of a newborn needing specialized care can be unexpected. That's why we've invested in a state-of-the-art Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), staffed by a team of expert neonatologists and neonatal nurses dedicated to providing the highest level of care. Our brand new, expanded NICU offers private rooms, double-sized rooms for twins, lactation areas, and comfortable sleeping accommodations for parents, creating a supportive environment for families during a challenging time.

As a Level III NICU, Northridge Hospital provides advanced treatment for seriously ill, low birth weight, and premature infants, including micropreemies. This prestigious designation reflects our ability to handle the most complex births and provide immediate surgical intervention when needed. Our NICU is designed to minimize stress and maximize growth and development, offering warmth, nutrition, and protection to help infants thrive.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our exceptional NICU team. As a Neonatal Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will be a key leader in assessing the needs of patients and families, planning and implementing evidence-based nursing care, and evaluating outcomes. You will leverage your advanced knowledge and clinical expertise to optimize nursing practice through direct patient care, clinical staff development, consultation, and research.

If you are a dedicated and skilled CNS committed to providing exceptional care to our most vulnerable patients, we encourage you to apply and contribute to the success of our NICU. All employees are expected to perform their duties in alignment with the vision and values of the organization.

• Develop and implement evidence-based standards of care, ensuring exceptional quality and optimal patient outcomes in the NICU.
• Proactively assess patient care needs, collaborate with nursing staff to develop individualized care plans, and provide direct care as needed.
• Identify and address the educational needs of families and staff, creating and delivering engaging educational programs and materials.
• Serve as a preceptor and mentor for new employees and students, fostering a culture of learning and professional growth.
• Research and evaluate new equipment and technologies to enhance patient care, communicating findings to the Department Manager.
• Participate in the review, development, and implementation of policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with best practices.
• Identify researchable clinical nursing problems, disseminate research findings, and evaluate the impact of programs and interventions.
• Actively participate in the Quality Improvement Process, driving continuous improvement in patient care and nursing practice.
• Participate in the development of NICU goals, coordinate programs and projects, and provide input into the NICU budget.
• Ensure that NICU goals and projects reflect system-wide strategic objectives.
• Direct clinical nursing practice in the NICU, ensuring adherence to best practices and optimal patient outcomes. Coordinate and assess critical care education development and clinical competency of the nursing staff in the NICU.
• Perform other related duties as assigned within scope of practice.

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Job Requirements

Knowledge of neonatal intensive care and the needs of neonatal patients and their families; knowledge of Developmental and Family Centered Care concepts; skill in providing care to critically ill neonates and their families; willingness / ability to understand and support the mission, vision, shared values, and philosophy

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1955 Dignity Health – Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed acute care nonprofit community hospital located in Northridge California. The hospital offers a full complement of award winning services including the Leavey Cancer Center a cardiovascular center stroke center the Center for Assault Treatment Services a pediatric medical center and the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley. As a leading provider of compassionate high-quality and affordable patient-centered care we share a rich legacy with Dignity Health one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. We are part of a 21-state network of nearly 9000 physicians 62000 employees and more than 400 care centers. Visit here dignityhealth.org / northridgehospital for more information.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$48.96 - $74.06 / hour