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Clinical Nurse - NICU

MD_HCHN Holy Cross Health, Inc.

Silver Spring, Maryland

You'll care for critically ill and premature infants in a Level III NICU.

Posted Sep 25

Shift and hours
Rotating shifts Shift: Rotating
Unit and setting
Level III NICU Provide specialized nursing care for critically ill and premature infantscritically ill and premature infants
License
RN license Current RN license with the Maryland Board of Nursing or a Compact StateCurrent Maryland RN license or a compact-state RN license
Term
PermanentFull time

Do you qualify?

License
Current Maryland RN license or a compact-state RN license Current RN license with the Maryland Board of Nursing or a Compact State Check your license
Certification
BLS from the American Heart Association BLS certification from the American Heart Association (additional life support certifications per unit requirements)
Education
Associate degree in nursing Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree required; BSN/MSN preferred)
Also asks
Additional life support certifications the unit requires

Preferred

Education
BSN or MSN
Experience
NICU experience NICU experience preferred

What it pays

Bonus
Retention bonus for nurses with a year of prior experience on this unit Retention Bonus eligible (must have 1 year of prior experience in this unit)must have 1 year of prior experience in this unit
Eligibility
Benefits start on day one. available from first day of employment
Pay reviews
Pay is set by experience, skills and education. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education.

Benefits

  • BenefitsMedical insurance
  • BenefitsDental insurance
  • BenefitsVision insurance
  • BenefitsMental health coverage
  • BenefitsPaid time off
  • Benefits403B retirement plan
More benefits (10)
  • BenefitsEducation assistance
  • BenefitsVoluntary benefits such as pet insurance and accident insurance
  • BenefitsFlexible schedulesWork/Life balance with flexible schedules.
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • mental health
  • 403B
  • voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others)
  • free parking

The role and schedule

Charting
Cerner, moving to Epic Chart using Cerner EMR (transitioning to EPIC)
Day to day
high-risk deliveries Attend high-risk deliveries (e.g., multiple gestation, meconium, congenital anomalies)
Day to day
medications and IV lines Administer medications, manage IV lines, and operate ventilators/CPAP
Day to day
ventilator and CPAP care
Day to day
family teaching and discharge readiness Educate families on infant care and support discharge readiness
Care model
collaborative interdisciplinary team care Supportive team and collaborative interdisciplinary care model
Day to day
working closely with neonatologists, pediatricians, respiratory therapists and social workers Collaborate closely with Neonatologists, Pediatricians, Respiratory Therapists, and Social Workers
Hours stated
Shift: Rotating
Details
Level III NICU with state-of-the-art monitoring and technology Level III NICU with state-of-the-art monitoring and technology

The workplace

MD_HCHN Holy Cross Health, Inc.
Hiring organization
Parking
Free parking Free parking.

Your fit

Questions to ask

  • Can you walk me through the pay period for the posted pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, and call?
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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On your path

NICU / Neonatal is open from year one. Residencies hire in directly, and the unit's level sets the work.

Original listing

Posted on MD_HCHN Holy Cross Health, Inc.’s careers page.

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Employment Type

Full time Shift

  • Rotating Shift
  • Clinical Nurse – NICU
  • Location: Holy Cross Hospital
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Shift: Rotating

Position Purpose

Join the Level III NICU team at Holy Cross Health, where compassionate care meets advanced technology. Our NICU is known for putting patients and families first, supported by a collaborative and expert care team.

What You Will Do

Provide specialized nursing care for critically ill and premature infants Collaborate closely with Neonatologists, Pediatricians, Respiratory Therapists, and Social Workers Attend high-risk deliveries (e.g., multiple gestation, meconium, congenital anomalies) Administer medications, manage IV lines, and operate ventilators/CPAP Educate families on infant care and support discharge readiness Chart using Cerner EMR (transitioning to EPIC)

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Associate degree required; BSN/MSN preferred) Current RN license with the Maryland Board of Nursing or a Compact State BLS certification from the American Heart Association (additional life support certifications per unit requirements) NICU experience preferred

Position Highlights

Level III NICU with state-of-the-art monitoring and technology Supportive team and collaborative interdisciplinary care model Opportunities for professional growth in a high-acuity setting Benefits Comprehensive benefit packages available, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from first day of employment. Retention Bonus eligible (must have 1 year of prior experience in this unit) Work/Life balance with flexible schedules. Free parking.

Our mission and core values are what drives each member of Holy Cross Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all. Pay rate: $37.88 – $54.19 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates.

The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Ministry/Facility Information

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership.

The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.

By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What's around it?

In Silver Spring, MD

Silver Spring, MDFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 5% above the US average

Median rent
$1,913/mo
Household income
$99,860/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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