Registered Nurse.NICU

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialized nursing care to premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns.
• Monitor newborns’ vital signs, oxygen saturation, temperature, feeding tolerance, and overall clinical condition.
• Assist in the assessment, stabilization, and ongoing management of neonates.
• Administer prescribed medications, intravenous fluids, and nutritional support according to medical orders and hospital protocols.
• Operate and monitor incubators, radiant warmers, phototherapy units, ventilators, and other neonatal equipment within the scope of practice.
• Assist with neonatal resuscitation and emergency interventions when required and appropriately trained.
• Support feeding, breastfeeding, and kangaroo mother care in accordance with the infant’s clinical condition and care plan.
• Maintain strict infection prevention and control practices to protect vulnerable newborns.
• Maintain accurate nursing documentation, treatment records, and shift handover reports.
• Educate and support parents regarding newborn care, feeding, hygiene, and their baby’s progress.
• Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatricians, and the multidisciplinary team to coordinate individualized care.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, and neonatal care protocols.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• BSc Nursing, General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM), or an equivalent recognized nursing qualification accepted by the relevant licensing authority.
• Valid Registered Nurse license or eligibility for professional registration as required by the applicable regulatory authority.
• Previous experience in a NICU, neonatal unit, or pediatric critical care setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of neonatal assessment, thermoregulation, feeding support, infection control, and newborn monitoring.
• Familiarity with incubators, radiant warmers, phototherapy equipment, and neonatal respiratory support devices.
• Neonatal resuscitation training or certification is preferred where applicable.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate approach to supporting families.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and remain calm in high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and continuous professional development.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.