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Registered Nurse - NICU
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$72,674 / year median in Kentucky
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The smallest patients often make the biggest impact. As a NICU RN, you'll care for newborns during their very first days of life, providing specialized support to infants while helping families navigate one of the most emotional and meaningful journeys they'll ever experience. From routine newborn care to higher-acuity NICU patients, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference during life's earliest moments. This unique role offers cross-training in both the Nursery and NICU, allowing nurses to develop a broad skillset while caring for infants at various levels of need. You'll monitor progress, assist with treatments, support feedings, educate families, and celebrate the milestones that bring babies one step closer to home. What makes this role special isn't just the clinical care—it's the moments. The first successful feeding. The first time a parent holds their baby. The excitement of discharge day. Every shift offers the chance to provide comfort, hope, and expert care when families need it most. If you're looking for a career filled with purpose, compassion, and unforgettable moments, NICU & Nursery is the place for you. Requirements Active Kentucky RN license or valid compact RN license