Registered Nurse - Intensive Care Nursery

The Registered RN is a professional care-giver who assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame. Supervises and provides care to these patients utilizing the nursing process including the therapeutic use of self. Follows established policies and procedures while applying Cooper core values.

Care for infants as young as 23 weeks gestation in a 35-bed level 3 nursery set up in smaller pods holding up to 4 infants. Manage cases requiring surgical interventions and respiratory support from nasal cannula up to high frequency ventilation and nitric oxide. Support infants preparing for discharge in the Transitional nursery holding up to 12 infants.

Work within a multidisciplinary team including all Registered RNs, attending physicians, fellows, Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, and Residents. Collaborate with dedicated Respiratory Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists addressing feeding issues, Unit secretaries, and Child Life Personnel. Utilize the Neonatal transport team that retrieves infants from South Jersey hospitals needing higher level care.

Discover clinical innovations and enhanced access to up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols at Cooper University Health Care. Benefit from opportunities for career growth through professional development. Enjoy comprehensive benefits program for part-time employees including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.