Nurse Associate Unit Secretary - Intensive Care Nursery

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Nurse Associate Unit Secretary assists with patients’ activities of daily living and plan of care in Cooper University’s 35-bed level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This role involves supporting healthcare team, patients, and families while maintaining high standards of professional ethics. Individuals with experience in stocking, clerical/administrative tasks, and cleaning NICU specific equipment are sought.

Daily duties include supporting activities like bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, and mobility. Perform technical tasks directed by RN such as phlebotomy, vital signs, point of care testing, EKGs, and Foley catheter care, documenting appropriately. Identify and communicate changes in patient status to RN while demonstrating standard precautions and safe patient practice.

The NICU features smaller pods for up to 4 infants, with a transitional nursery for up to 12 preparing for discharge. Care for infants from 23 weeks gestation needing surgical interventions, respiratory support including high frequency ventilation and nitric oxide. A neonatal transport team retrieves infants requiring higher level care from South Jersey hospitals.

The team includes all Registered RNs, attending physicians, fellows, Neonatal Nurse Practitioners, Residents, dedicated Respiratory Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Therapists, Unit secretaries, and Child Life Personnel. Opportunities for career growth through professional development are provided. Participate in patient satisfaction initiatives, performance improvement, and orientation of new hires.