Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (NICU RN)

Assignment Duration

This is a 13 to 26-week contract position.

Schedule

Night Shift: 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:00). Weekends required on a variable basis.

Job Description

The NICU RN will provide specialized nursing care for neonates in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This position requires demonstrated expertise in the management of critically ill newborns and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications, including anti-seizure medications and antibiotics.
• Manage arterial lines, central lines, and conduct blood draws.
• Provide therapeutic hypothermia for neonates as needed.
• Monitor and interpret vital signs and neonatal assessments.
• Collaborate with respiratory therapy for ventilator management.
• Support breastfeeding and proper handling of breast milk.
• Educate patients and families about neonatal care and procedures.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Active RN license required; Compact license must be in hand at submission.
• Minimum two years of pediatric experience, specifically in NICU.
• Previous charge experience preferred.
• Certifications: BLS and NRP.
• Experience with Epic charting system required.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
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• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!