Northwest Healthcare Tucson
RN SEASONAL NICU Nights
Seasonal NICU position (13‑week or 26‑week assignments available) – NIGHT SHIFT at Northwest Medical Center – Women’s Center. Full‑time hours (3 12‑hour shifts per week) are required. Must have 1+ year of experience in the specialty area hired. Great opportunity to earn an increased hourly rate in a temporary seasonal contract position. Visit Tucson during the mild winter and enjoy outdoor activities all season while you work. Essential Functions
Coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with organizational policies and nursing processes. Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the care team. Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age‑appropriate care and education. Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration per standards of practice. Assists physicians during procedures within scope of documented competency. Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs. Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life‑saving interventions such as CPR and code team activities. Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring voices are heard and respected in care planning. Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post‑discharge care. Implements infection control protocols to prevent healthcare‑associated infections. Monitors and operates medical equipment (IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety. Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards and regulations. Demonstrates responsible decision‑making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and policies. Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record. Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and current nursing standards. Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development. Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies and standards. Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN :
Educates patients about pregnancy, provides prenatal screenings, and prepares patients for labor and delivery. Assesses and monitors the new mother’s physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and complications. Assists with epidurals and other pain management during labor. Administers pain medication, induces labor, and manages medication needs. Assists during labor and delivery, monitors fetal well‑being, administers medications, and offers pain relief. Monitors mothers and newborns after delivery, assessing well‑being, and educating on postpartum care and breastfeeding. Assesses and monitors newborn health, vital signs, routine assessments, and educates parents on newborn care. Assists with gynecological exams and procedures, providing education on reproductive health, contraception, and prenatal care. Educates patients about family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Interprets fetal heart rate patterns and assesses fetal well‑being using electronic fetal monitoring.
Qualifications
0‑2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices. Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively. Proficient in administering medications and monitoring side effects. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care. Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives. Licenses and Certifications
RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required. BCLS – Basic Life Support required. ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred. PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation preferred. Refer to facility or unit‑specific guidelines for additional requirements.
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Seasonal NICU position (13‑week or 26‑week assignments available) – NIGHT SHIFT at Northwest Medical Center – Women’s Center. Full‑time hours (3 12‑hour shifts per week) are required. Must have 1+ year of experience in the specialty area hired. Great opportunity to earn an increased hourly rate in a temporary seasonal contract position. Visit Tucson during the mild winter and enjoy outdoor activities all season while you work. Essential Functions
Coordinates and delivers high‑quality, patient‑centered care in accordance with organizational policies and nursing processes. Conducts thorough patient assessments and documents findings accurately, reporting changes in condition to the care team. Utilizes knowledge of human growth and development to provide age‑appropriate care and education. Administers prescribed medications, monitors for side effects, and documents administration per standards of practice. Assists physicians during procedures within scope of documented competency. Collaborates with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs. Responds to medical emergencies and participates in life‑saving interventions such as CPR and code team activities. Advocates for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring voices are heard and respected in care planning. Provides patient and family education on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post‑discharge care. Implements infection control protocols to prevent healthcare‑associated infections. Monitors and operates medical equipment (IV pumps, monitors, ventilators) as needed for patient care and safety. Promotes patient safety by adhering to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment. Participates in audits, chart reviews, and compliance checks to ensure adherence to standards and regulations. Demonstrates responsible decision‑making in planning, delegating, and providing care based on patient needs and policies. Documents patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record. Engages in professional development to maintain clinical competency and current nursing standards. Participates in performance improvement initiatives, including data collection and process development. Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies and standards. Obstetrics/Labor and Delivery/Post Partum/Nursery RN :
Educates patients about pregnancy, provides prenatal screenings, and prepares patients for labor and delivery. Assesses and monitors the new mother’s physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum hemorrhage, and complications. Assists with epidurals and other pain management during labor. Administers pain medication, induces labor, and manages medication needs. Assists during labor and delivery, monitors fetal well‑being, administers medications, and offers pain relief. Monitors mothers and newborns after delivery, assessing well‑being, and educating on postpartum care and breastfeeding. Assesses and monitors newborn health, vital signs, routine assessments, and educates parents on newborn care. Assists with gynecological exams and procedures, providing education on reproductive health, contraception, and prenatal care. Educates patients about family planning, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care. Interprets fetal heart rate patterns and assesses fetal well‑being using electronic fetal monitoring.
Qualifications
0‑2 years of experience in a clinical nursing role or student clinical rotations in an acute care setting. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices. Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively. Proficient in administering medications and monitoring side effects. Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care. Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality improvement initiatives. Licenses and Certifications
RN – Registered Nurse – State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required. BCLS – Basic Life Support required. ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred. PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. NRP – Neonatal Resuscitation preferred. Refer to facility or unit‑specific guidelines for additional requirements.
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