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NICU DIETITIAN

Bakersfield, CA · On-site +1

$80K - $95K/yr

Semi-Remote- Schedule flexibility offered (4 days onsite/1 day remote). Requirement : Registered ... We are seeking a NICU Dietitian to join the team. Salary: $80000-$95000 or based on experience ...

NICU DIETITIAN

Bakersfield, CA · On-site +1

$80K - $95K/yr

Semi-Remote- Schedule flexibility offered (4 days onsite/1 day remote). Requirement : Registered ... We are seeking a NICU Dietitian to join the team. Salary: $80000-$95000 or based on experience ...

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What is a remote NICU nurse?

A Remote NICU nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in neonatal intensive care and provides support, consultation, or monitoring services for critically ill newborns from a remote location. Rather than being physically present in the hospital, these nurses use telemedicine technology to assist bedside staff, review patient data, and communicate with families or healthcare teams. This role allows expert NICU nurses to extend their reach to multiple locations, improving access to specialized neonatal care and supporting hospitals with limited NICU resources.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote NICU nurse?

To thrive as a Remote NICU Nurse, you need specialized neonatal nursing knowledge, a valid RN license with NICU experience, and often a BSN or higher. Familiarity with telehealth platforms, remote monitoring systems, and electronic health records is essential. Strong communication, critical thinking, and empathy are vital soft skills for supporting families and collaborating with on-site teams. These competencies ensure safe, effective neonatal care and support for critically ill infants in a virtual environment.

What are some common challenges faced by nurses working in a remote NICU role and how can they be addressed?

Remote NICU nurses often face challenges such as limited hands-on access to patients, reliance on technology for monitoring, and the need for clear communication with on-site teams. To address these, remote NICU nurses use advanced telehealth systems to monitor infants' vitals and collaborate closely with bedside staff to ensure accurate assessments and timely interventions. Building strong communication skills and staying updated on telemedicine best practices can help remote NICU nurses provide high-quality care and seamlessly support their on-site colleagues.

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Clinical Nurse II - Intensive Care Unit (Full Time, Night)

NorthBay Health

Fairfield, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago


NorthBay Health rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

At NorthBay Health, Registered Nurses in the Intensive Care Unit deliver safe, effective, high-quality patient care grounded in Jean Watson's Theory of Caring, Relationship-Based Care, and NorthBay's professional nursing practice model. In this role, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care of patients entrusted to you. Using a therapeutic and professional approach, you will partner with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to promote, maintain, and restore health. 

At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

Interpersonal Skills and Values

Demonstrates NorthBay Health's True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics.

We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions.

We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

NorthBay Health offers a comprehensive benefits package based on established eligibility requirements. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Compensation Structure

NorthBay Health uses a structured compensation framework. Staff-level positions use a step-based system (Steps 1-5) based on years of directly related experience, with Step 5 representing 20 or more years of experience in the role. Manager level and above positions are paid a fixed annual base salary and are eligible for a variable incentive compensation plan. Physician compensation is structured based on specialty and role requirements.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs.

Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies

NorthBay Health utilizes a managed service provider (MSP) for agency partnerships and is not currently engaging external recruiting firms outside of established agreements. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or third-party candidate submissions. Please do not contact NorthBay Health employees, leaders, physicians, or hiring managers regarding recruitment or job postings.

More Information

Visit NorthBay Health Careers for recruitment FAQs and additional information.

Education:

  • Graduate from an accredited school of professional registered nursing.

  • Nursing degree of BSN level or higher is required. (excludes grandfathered

  • employees)

License and Certification:

  • Valid, current and unencumbered RN license issued by the State of California.

  • Current AHA or AHA equivalent BLS and ACLS

  • Telemetry certification within 3 months of employment 

  • TNCC certification once in nursing career (must show proof if taken prior to coming to NorthBay Healthcare) or within 18 months of date of hire.  

  • National Certification in Critical Care preferred

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

  • Minimum six month's acute care (hospital) RN experience, one year in ICU preferred.

  • Competent in providing skilled registered nursing care to ICU level patients

  • Demonstrates skills in the areas including but not limited to: patient assessment, safe utilization of medications, and arrhythmia interpretation. 

  • Capable of working independently

  • Proficient written, verbal, and electronic communication skills.

Interpersonal Skills:

  • Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence. 

Work Hours:

  • FTE: 0.9 (Full-Time)

  • Schedule: 36 hours weekly

  • Shift Length: 12-hour shifts

Other:

  • All RNs in the Patient Care Services Department are required to wear Graphite (Dark Gray) colored scrubs per the professional appearance policy.


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