Registered Nurse Healthcare Taxonomy Code 163WN0002X
HealthProviders DB is a comprehensive database of healthcare providers, including a complete directory of all Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurses.
As of today, the following are the total number of Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurses nationally, in your state, and near your location.
Medicare
The following are the total number of Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurses who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
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You can download the Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurses dataset using HealthProviders DB Export.
What do Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurses do?
Neonatal Intensive Care Registered Nurses (NICU RNs) provide care for critically ill or premature newborns in a hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
Their responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, administering medications and IV fluids, operating specialized equipment like ventilators, and providing both direct care and emotional support to families.
NICU nurses also collaborate with other healthcare professionals, develop care plans, and assist parents in educating them on newborn care.
What they do
Direct Patient Care: This involves a wide range of care for fragile newborns, including feeding, bathing, changing, and weighing.
Medical Intervention: NICU nurses administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and other therapies while monitoring patient status.
Equipment Management: They are skilled in using and troubleshooting specialized equipment, such as ventilators, incubators, and monitoring devices.
Assessment & Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of vital signs, respiratory status, and neurological function is crucial for detecting signs of deterioration or distress.
Care Planning: NICU RNs collaborate with other medical professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for infants with complex medical conditions.
Family Support & Education: A significant part of the job is providing emotional support to families facing difficult situations and educating parents on newborn care.
Advocacy: They act as advocates for their patients, ensuring the infant’s best interests are prioritized in their care.
Emergency Response: NICU nurses may attend high-risk deliveries and respond to neonatal emergencies, requiring them to think and act quickly and decisively.
Essential Skills
Patience & Resilience: The demanding and high-stress environment requires these qualities to handle high-pressure situations.
Critical Thinking: The ability to quickly assess situations, make sound clinical decisions, and adapt to changing circumstances is vital.
Communication: Clear, concise, and compassionate communication is necessary when interacting with families and collaborating with the healthcare team.
Compassion & Empathy: Providing emotional support and maintaining a calm, supportive demeanor for distressed families is a core aspect of the role.