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Seeking Breakthrough Makers

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.

A Brief Overview

The Harriet and Ronald Lassin Newborn/Infant Intensive Care Unit (N/IICU) at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia utilizes the latest technology to provide care for critically and chronically ill newborns and infants. Our nurses are part of an incredible team that includes top neonatologists and pediatric surgeons. You'll play an essential role in providing the best care for a child, while working with cutting-edge solutions. N/IICU nurses are active participants in cutting-edge research in neonatology, surgery and pediatric subspecialty care, along with supporting deliveries in our Special Delivery Unit. The N/IICU is currently 100 beds spread over 5 individual units, each with its own manager and leadership team. Applications to this requisition include all 5 NICU units. This requisition may fill multiple positions. Full-time and part-time opportunities may be available. Unit populations are as follows:

• NICU West 1- 17 bed unit - cares for all surgical diagnoses (gastroschisis, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, omphalocele, tracheoesophageal fistula, etc.)
• NICU West 2- 24 bed unit - cares predominantly for surgical diagnoses but cares for mixed medical population as well
• NICU Central- 12 bed unit - cares for any surgical overflow, mixed medical population and any patients that might need peritoneal dialysis therapy
• NICU East- 24 bed unit- mixed medical population and also cares for our chronic lung disease population (patients coming to CHOP for airway evaluations, potential trachs)
• NICU Northeast- 24 bed unit - cares for mixed medical population, chronic lung disease population and the preemie core team/developmental care team- any micropreemies (approximately 20-25 patients per year) that are admitted to NICU would go to the Northeast Unit

***Mixed medical population includes anything from birth trauma, to sepsis, prematurity, respiratory distress, PPHN, meconium aspiration, etc.

CHOP's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

CHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.

We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver family-centered care guided by CHOP's Nursing Professional Practice Model.
• Develop, evaluate, and revise patients' plans of care throughout their hospitalization.
• Gather and analyze data to inform the care team and delegate tasks.
• Promote excellent patient outcomes by adhering to evidence-based practices, nursing standards, and safety procedures.

• Identify and address safety concerns or ethical dilemmas with unit leadership.
• Develop effective partnerships with the interdisciplinary care team.

• Adopt healthcare technology and clinical practice changes in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain CEUs for nursing licensure and comply with annual nursing competencies and mandatory education.

Education

• Required: Technical diploma- Nursing
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree- Nursing

Experience

• Required: At least one (1) year RN experience
• Preferred: Prior experience in pediatrics or area of specialty

Skills and Abilities

• Use of patient-facing technology (IV pumps, point-of-care devices, CR monitors)
• Ability to gather and assess clinical information using appropriate healthcare technology

Licenses and Certifications

• Required (upon hire at a Pennsylvania location): Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) or Nursing Temporary Practice Permit (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board
• Required (upon hire): Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification issued by an organization that appoints a hands-on instructor to lead psychomotor skills verification (i.e., American Heart Association or Red Cross).

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.

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