NICU
NICU Travel RN — Denver, CO
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Contract: 13 Weeks | Guaranteed Hours: 36/week
This Level III NICU offers a well-established, family-centered care environment where travel nurses are welcomed into a cohesive, supportive team. The unit manages neonatal patients across a range of acuity levels, with a clinical focus on respiratory support and feeding advancement.
Clinical Scope
- Neonatal patients requiring non-invasive ventilation, high-flow and low-flow nasal cannula support, peripheral IV access, and central line management
- Procedures include circumcisions and ROP exams
- Gastric tube management and ongoing developmental family-integrated care
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of current hospital NICU experience (required)
- Level III NICU experience (required)
- BLS and NRP certification (required)
- Pediatric experience (preferred)
What to Expect
The unit runs a consistent day shift staffing model with charge nurse coverage and a unit coordinator each shift. The pace supports meaningful time with patients and families, and the team culture emphasizes kindness, accountability, and clinical excellence. This is an ideal placement for nurses who value both strong clinical practice and genuine connection with families during some of the most significant moments of their lives.
Ideal Candidate
- Compassionate and family-centered approach
- Flexible, reliable, and detail-oriented
- Thrives in a collaborative, stable team environment
*Start Date: November 3, 2026*