NICU

NICU Registered Nurse – 13-Week Contract

Shift & Schedule

Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

36 guaranteed hours per week

Every other weekend

Contract duration: 13 weeks

About the Role

The facility's Level III Neonatal ICU provides intensive care for critically ill and premature infants. You'll deliver comprehensive nursing care to high-risk neonates requiring continuous monitoring, advanced respiratory support, and specialized developmental care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to critically ill and premature infants, including those requiring ventilator support, CPAP, and umbilical line management
• Assess and respond to rapid changes in neonatal condition; escalate care as needed
• Administer medications and titratable drips using precise neonatal dosing
• Manage thermoregulation, feeding, and developmental care specific to premature infants
• Perform resuscitation interventions and rapid response as needed
• Collaborate with neonatologists and interdisciplinary teams on patient care plans
• Support families with education on infant condition and treatment, including kangaroo care
• Maintain infection control and safety protocols

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license (state or compact)
• BLS and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
• Minimum 1 year NICU experience
• Experience managing high-risk neonates, ventilators, and advanced equipment

Preferred

• RNC-NIC certification
• 2+ years NICU experience
• BSN degree

Float Rotation

May float to pediatrics, PICU, or mother-baby (infant care only)

Dress Code

Navy blue scrubs