NICU

NICU Registered Nurse | Night Shift | Bakersfield, CA

This 13-week travel contract places you in a neonatal intensive care unit providing high-acuity care to critically ill newborns. The unit requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to supervise and coordinate with multidisciplinary team members, and a commitment to family-centered care.

Shift & Schedule

• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 36–48 hours per week guaranteed (36 hours guaranteed)
• Start date: December 7, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for neonatal patients
• Coordinate care delivery with physicians, specialists, and ancillary staff
• Provide patient and family education to support understanding and engagement in care
• Participate in discharge planning to ensure safe transitions and continuity of care
• Delegate and supervise duties of nursing team members appropriately

Required Certifications & Licensure

• Active RN license (CA or compact-eligible)
• BLS (AHA-approved)
• NRP (AHA or ARC) — Required
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Certification — Required

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent NICU experience
• Prior charting experience required (must be comfortable in an electronic health record environment)

Candidates should be comfortable in a fast-paced neonatal environment managing a range of acuity levels from observation to critical care. Strong communication and critical thinking skills are essential for success in this role.