Registered Nurse-Nursery

Bonus Amount

10,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Shifts Available: Days 

Employment Type: Full Time 

Hours: 12hr options – 7:00am to 7:00pm 

Location: Mission Regional Medical Center, Mission TX

 

We are seeking a Nursery Registered Nurse, also referred to as our Newborn Nursery Nurse or Postnatal Nurse. The Nursery Registered Nurse provides specialized care to newborn infants in the newborn nursery, typically within the first few hours to days of life. Their primary goal is to ensure the health, safety, and well-being of newborns, and to support new parents in early infant care. 

 

Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, non-profit hospital that provides inpatient and outpatient hospital services to the people of the Rio Grande Valley. Rated one of the top hospitals in the country for clinical excellence in many services including maternity and orthopedic care, Mission Regional Medical Center has been offering quality healthcare, close to home, for over 60 years. For more information visit www.missionrmc.org.

 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities Section 

 

• Perform newborn assessments immediately after birth including Apgar scoring, vital signs, weight, and measurements while monitoring for signs of distress, infection, jaundice, or feeding issues 

• Administer medications and vaccinations while providing basic hygiene care such as bathing, diapering, cord care, swaddling, and temperature regulation 

• Support breastfeeding or formula feeding by educating and assisting mothers and monitoring intake and output 

• Document newborn care accurately and communicate with pediatricians, OB nurses, and lactation consultants 

• Educate parents on newborn care including feeding, bathing, safe sleep, and signs of illness while offering emotional support 

• Respond to neonatal emergencies and assist with resuscitation or transfer to the NICU when needed 

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

Must have current and valid license as a Registered Nurse issued by the State.

BCLS upon hire and maintain current.

NRP within 30 days of hire and maintain current

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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