Banner Health
Job Title
Registered Nurse RN NICU Employer
Banner Health Location
Tucson, Arizona Department
Neonatal ICU (NICU) T2 D4N-Hosp Shift
Night Salary
$61,340.00-$100,360.00 Summary
Nurses play a critical role in patient care, acting as the heartbeat of the hospital. At Banner University Medical Center – Tucson’s Level IV 36‑bed NICU, you will provide highly specialized, developmentally sensitive care for critically ill and premature infants, including those with severe cardiac anomalies and surgical conditions. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team—fetal surgery, developmental therapists, dietitians, pharmacists, PT/OT specialists, neonatal nurse practitioners and 24/7 neonatology support—your focus will be on family‑centered, interdisciplinary care. This is a 3×12‑hour night shift (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) with self‑scheduling for shift and weekend coverage. New to service candidates with acute‑care experience and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Core Functions
Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge planning needs; reviews history and physical with patient/family; ensures completion within appropriate timeframe; reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and input from patient, family, and health team; initiates plan of care based on patient‑specific needs; sets realistic, measurable goals; collaborates with multidisciplinary team; revises plan as patient status changes. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation, and supervision of health‑care team; adheres to physician orders and policies; delegates appropriately; provides nursing supervision; ensures continuity of care through complete communication. Evaluates patient and family response to care and teaching; revises plan as needed; evaluates progress toward goals; assesses effectiveness of patient teaching. Documents assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the patient record; ensures legible, timely documentation in accordance with policy. Provides evidence‑based care; may participate in research; engages in unit or facility shared leadership; participates in education, orientation, and mentorship of facility personnel. Contributes to society through activities that improve patient outcomes; participates in national nursing quality indicators; may join professional organizations. May supervise staff and oversee workflow in some roles. Interacts with all staff levels, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts; communicates with clergy for spiritual support. Minimum Qualifications
Current valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license, or compact RN licensure. Valid BLS certification; additional certification or CE may be required. Experience in the clinical area desired; must maintain clinical performance competencies through annual validations. Banner Registry or Travel acute‑care positions require at least one year in an acute‑care hospital; recent acute‑care nursing experience required. Specific fingerprint clearance card for certain Banner facilities (Arizona, Colorado). Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. EEO Statement
EEO/Disabled/Veterans Drug‑free work environment
Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.
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Registered Nurse RN NICU Employer
Banner Health Location
Tucson, Arizona Department
Neonatal ICU (NICU) T2 D4N-Hosp Shift
Night Salary
$61,340.00-$100,360.00 Summary
Nurses play a critical role in patient care, acting as the heartbeat of the hospital. At Banner University Medical Center – Tucson’s Level IV 36‑bed NICU, you will provide highly specialized, developmentally sensitive care for critically ill and premature infants, including those with severe cardiac anomalies and surgical conditions. Working closely with a multidisciplinary team—fetal surgery, developmental therapists, dietitians, pharmacists, PT/OT specialists, neonatal nurse practitioners and 24/7 neonatology support—your focus will be on family‑centered, interdisciplinary care. This is a 3×12‑hour night shift (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) with self‑scheduling for shift and weekend coverage. New to service candidates with acute‑care experience and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Core Functions
Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge planning needs; reviews history and physical with patient/family; ensures completion within appropriate timeframe; reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and input from patient, family, and health team; initiates plan of care based on patient‑specific needs; sets realistic, measurable goals; collaborates with multidisciplinary team; revises plan as patient status changes. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation, and supervision of health‑care team; adheres to physician orders and policies; delegates appropriately; provides nursing supervision; ensures continuity of care through complete communication. Evaluates patient and family response to care and teaching; revises plan as needed; evaluates progress toward goals; assesses effectiveness of patient teaching. Documents assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the patient record; ensures legible, timely documentation in accordance with policy. Provides evidence‑based care; may participate in research; engages in unit or facility shared leadership; participates in education, orientation, and mentorship of facility personnel. Contributes to society through activities that improve patient outcomes; participates in national nursing quality indicators; may join professional organizations. May supervise staff and oversee workflow in some roles. Interacts with all staff levels, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts; communicates with clergy for spiritual support. Minimum Qualifications
Current valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license, or compact RN licensure. Valid BLS certification; additional certification or CE may be required. Experience in the clinical area desired; must maintain clinical performance competencies through annual validations. Banner Registry or Travel acute‑care positions require at least one year in an acute‑care hospital; recent acute‑care nursing experience required. Specific fingerprint clearance card for certain Banner facilities (Arizona, Colorado). Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. EEO Statement
EEO/Disabled/Veterans Drug‑free work environment
Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.
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