- Provide care for infants immediately after birth.
- Oversee the care of infant patients in the NICU.
- Troubleshoot and maintain NICU equipment.
- Consult with parents/guardians on aftercare and long-term health management for infants.
- Educate new parents on basic infant care including breastfeeding, hygiene and safety.
- Perform tests ordered by the obstetrician or nurse practitioner and evaluate the result.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
- Ability to perform vital signs, initial admission, head-to-toe assessments on preterm, term, and post-term sick infants.
- Able to offer family centered care.
- Ability to operate a variety of equipment related to infant support and care in the NICU. Ex: respiratory management, chest tubes, central lines, cooling, etc.
- Ability to assess neonate at delivery and perform neonatal resuscitation according to current guidelines.