- Newborn physical and neurological assessment
- Monitoring vital signs and oxygen saturation
- Recognizing respiratory distress and apnea
- Neonatal resuscitation and CPR
- Oxygen therapy and respiratory support
- CPAP and ventilator management
- Blood glucose monitoring and management
- Temperature regulation using incubators and radiant warmers
- Assessment and management of jaundice
- Sepsis assessment and infection prevention
- Pain assessment and management in neonates
- Accurate intake/output and weight monitoring
Preferred candidate profile IV cannulation and IV medication administration
- PICC line and central-line care
- Umbilical arterial/venous catheter care
- Feeding via breast, bottle, NG/OG tube, or parenteral nutrition
- Secure administration of weight-based medications
- Blood transfusion monitoring
- Collection of neonatal blood samples
- Use and troubleshooting of NICU equipment