NICU RN in Newark, New Jersey

Job Description:

Take on a 13-week travel assignment caring for neonates in a Level III NICU setting in Newark, New Jersey. You will support infants across a range of conditions, including prematurity, neonatal abstinence syndrome, hyperbilirubinemia, respiratory distress, and sepsis. Responsibilities include ventilator and high-flow nasal cannula management, IV therapy, medication administration, blood products, enteral feedings, glucose monitoring, phototherapy, developmental care, breastfeeding support, and family teaching. The role also includes floating within your skill set to neonatal nursery, pediatrics, and PICU as patient volume and acuity require. This assignment welcomes first-time travelers and offers a focused night-shift schedule.

Weather:

Expect crisp, cool conditions with a mix of sunny days, cloudy skies, and occasional rain. Temperatures can vary, so layers and a light waterproof jacket are useful for exploring the city and nearby destinations.

Fun Things To Do:

• Arts and Culture: Explore the Newark Museum of Art and its galleries, exhibitions, and sculpture garden.

• Local Flavor: Enjoy Portuguese, Spanish, and Brazilian restaurants throughout the Ironbound neighborhood.

• Outdoor Escape: Walk through Branch Brook Park and enjoy its landscaped paths and seasonal scenery.

• Day Trip: Spend a day in New York City exploring museums, neighborhoods, parks, and waterfront views.

• Day Trip: Visit the Jersey Shore for boardwalk strolls, ocean views, and coastal dining.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Newark, New Jersey
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks