NICU

NICU Registered Nurse — Longmont, CO

13-Week Contract | Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

This Level 2 NICU/Nursery operates within an LDRP model, caring for neonates with a range of conditions including hypoglycemia, mild respiratory distress, prematurity, phototherapy needs, IV antibiotic therapy, and neonatal abstinence syndrome. NICU RNs attend both C-sections and vaginal deliveries, focusing on newborn stabilization and resuscitation. Nurses may also be asked to care for stable postpartum mothers and babies; candidates without mother-baby experience must be willing to cross-train, as the facility will provide that instruction.

Schedule & Logistics

• 12-hour night shifts (7 PM – 7 AM)
• 6–9 weekend shifts per 6-week block schedule; leadership sets the schedule, and travelers are expected to fill coverage gaps
• Holiday rotation participation may be required
• Low-census call/standby is rare
• Float potential to a sister facility approximately 26 miles away based on census or staffing need
• A valid driver's license must be on file; candidates must be in state for the week of orientation
• All time-off requests must be submitted before the assignment begins

Orientation

1–3 preceptored shifts on unit

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience
• Active RN license (Colorado or compact)
• BLS (AHA) and NRP required
• Prior travel experience preferred
• BSN not required

Contract Details

• Guaranteed 36 hours/week
• Scrubs provided (hospital blue)
• Start date: October 12, 2026