NICU

NICU Registered Nurse — Night Shift | Eureka, CA

13-Week Travel Contract | Nights 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (3x12)

The facility's Level II NICU cares for neonates 29 weeks gestation and above, with a focus on stabilization and, when necessary, preparation for transfer to a higher level of care. The unit operates with a low daily census in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment supported by respiratory therapy, physical therapy, pharmacy, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams.

Clinical Scope

• Management of CPAP, high-flow therapy, and UAC/UVC lines
• Ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP)
• Attendance at high-risk deliveries
• Breastfeeding support and breast milk handling
• Eat, sleep, console care model

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of NICU experience required; 2+ years preferred
• Active Compact RN license — must be in hand at time of submission
• Certifications: BLS, NRP, STABLE
• Prior charge experience preferred

Scheduling Details

• Self-scheduling; weekend coverage required
• Must commit to 3 of 5 holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day
• Float to postpartum may be required; refusal to float may impact guaranteed hours
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront at time of submittal

Additional Notes

• Travel experience preferred but not required
• Two professional references required (covering 1 year within the last 3 years; Charge RNs accepted)
• COVID-19 vaccine not required