The Registered Nurse is responsible for professional nursing care. Provides direction to non-professional nursing personnel in providing direct patient care to neonatal patients. Supports the medical care of patients under the direction of the Medical Staff pursuant to the objectives of the hospital.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

One year of previous NICU clinical experience preferred.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

Current licensure in Texas as a Registered Nurse.

American Heart Association BLS required.

NRP required.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

Interpersonal and critical thinking skills required.  Excellent communication and team work skills.  Basic clinical, computer & typing skills.

ABOUT US:

OakBend Medical Center is the last remaining independent, nonprofit hospital in the Greater Houston area, providing exceptional service with its three hospital campuses, 5 ambulatory surgery centers, 20 physical therapy clinics and 22 nursing homes.

We distinguish ourselves among our healthcare peers by housing several unique programs and facilities including the area’s only no-wait emergency departments, hospital-based skilled nursing facility, advanced trauma program, acute care of the elderly (ACE) unit, geriatric psychiatric program, and permanent hospital-based air ambulance. We also have numerous programs designed to meet the needs of the community including advanced wound care services, a heart attack program, and a Gold Plus-rated stroke program.

For the past 70 years OakBend’s mission has been to provide exceptional, compassionate health care for our community, regardless of ability to pay. Our employees make a difference in patients’ lives by embracing the values of Excellence, Integrity, Ownership and Compassion.