Registered Nurse NICU

Job Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care of patients. The staff RN utilizes the nursing process by use of technology, therapeutic intervention, evidence-based practice and coordination of care with other health team members.

About Us 
Good Samaritan Hospital, a Level II Trauma Center, is proud to be recognized for our excellence in healthcare, including: 

• Magnet Designation for nursing excellence 

• Baby-Friendly Hospital designation by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) 

• CMS Hospital Compare: Earned a 5-star overall rating (2024) 

• Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade: Received an 'A' grade (Fall 2024) 

We foster career development with the LADI intern program for new grads and nurses transitioning to specialty areas, along with ongoing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and an education reimbursement program. 

Key Responsibilities 
As a Registered Nurse (RN) at Good Samaritan Hospital, you will: 

• Assess and address patients’ psychological and physical needs, developing individualized treatment plans. 

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care and oversee LPNs and CNAs. 

• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to hospital and regulatory guidelines. 

• Monitor patients’ vital signs, administer medications, and recognize potential complications. 

• Actively engage in communication with physicians and other healthcare providers regarding patient conditions and treatment plans. 

• Provide patient education and emotional support to patients and their families. 

• Promote a safe, compassionate, and healing environment for all patients. 

Position Details 

• Shift: Full-Time NIGHT Shift (7 PM - 7 AM) 

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 

• Location: Good Samaritan Hospital 

• Work City: Lafayette, CO 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing 

• ASN/ADN required; BSN must be obtained within four years of hire unless exempt 

• Current RN license in the state of Colorado 

• Current experience in a Level II or III NICU

• Additional certifications (ACLS/NRP/PALS) as required by the unit 

• Previous RN experience preferred 

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills 

• Proficient in the use of technology and quick to adapt to new systems 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to see and read patient information, labels, and equipment 

• Frequent verbal communication and quick response to emergency situations 

• Manual dexterity for precise equipment manipulation, including com