NICU
NICU RN – Day Shift
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a NICU RN for a 13-week contract in its Level III neonatal intensive care unit. You'll care for high-acuity neonates, including premature infants, feeders and growers, and patients with respiratory distress syndrome, sepsis, jaundice, and neonatal abstinence syndrome. The unit admits approximately 190 babies per month and serves a diverse patient population.
Schedule & Staffing
- Shift: Day 3x12-hour (06:00–18:30)
- Weekend Schedule: Every other weekend (FRI–SUN block), may exceed to meet unit needs
- Float Requirement: May float to mother/baby for couplet cases (full float if you have couplet experience)
- Call: None required
- Guaranteed Hours: One shift call-off permitted per 2-week period
- Start Date: ASAP
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years nursing experience; at least 1 year NICU specialty preferred
- Valid compact state license at submission
- Certifications: BLS, NRP (Advanced preferred; willing to obtain before start accepted), PALS
- Strong clinical foundation in neonatal care; first-time NICU travelers considered if otherwise qualified
Clinical Skills & Scope
Work Environment
Interdisciplinary support includes Respiratory Services, Radiology, Pharmacy, and Social Services. Navy blue scrubs required. Free parking available.
Requirements at Submission
All time-off requests and scheduling needs must be submitted upfront. You must commit to working 3 of 5 holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, NYE, NYD). Provide two professional references from the past 3 years covering at least 6 months of NICU experience.