Clinical Resource Nurse - Neonatal ICU (NICU) - F/T Nights

Offers support to the unit RNs with challenging assignments, procedures, and/or active changes in a patient’s condition. Works in collaboration with the leadership team in the NICU. Rounds with the nurses to identify gaps in knowledge.

Audits compliance for regulatory standards and reporting structures. Collects and documents data from unit specific. Responsible for Quality Measures and audits.

Participates in role specific performance improvement and data collection. Provides new and updated education on neonatal care, treatment plans, new initiatives, and case studies. The CRN will be able to identify gaps in practice and provide education as needed.

Assists with planning and coordinating orientation for new staff and skill validations. Coaches and encourages eligible RNs to achieve certification and clinical ladder status. Serves as a role model and leader to other nurses in the organization.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational opportunities, reviews professional publications and participates in committee/council activities. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. The CRN models processes and best practices as defined by HUMC policy, along with guidelines and potentially best practices as defined by Vermont Oxford Network, AACN, NANN, AWHONN.

Works in conjunction with the unit based educator and the NICU educator in the education department. Participates in cross training and community outreach programs. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.