RN - NICU

Registered Nurse - Neonatal ICU

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Neonatal ICU

Profession: RN Specialty: Neonatal ICU

Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift Hours per Shift: 36

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of strong Level 3 and/or Level 4 NICU experience. License: RN Certifications: BLS, NRP Must-Have: Must be comfortable in a high acuity, fast-paced environment.

Description: Registered Nurse in the Neonatal ICU. The facility has 247 licensed beds. It is a Level 1 pediatric trauma center and a teaching hospital. The unit has 53 beds, plus overflow, with an average patient census of 58. Common patient diagnoses include: Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn, Meconium Aspiration Syndrome, and Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia. Congenital heart defects, Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn, and other cardiac conditions. Neuro issues such as seizures, intraventricular hemorrhage, and hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy. GI, GU, musculoskeletal, and endocrine conditions like Necrotizing Enterocolitis and acute/chronic renal failure. Patient ratios vary based on acuity and can be 1:1, 1:2, or 1:3. Required skills include: Experience with EPIC. Management of critical care vasoactive drip titration and invasive lines. Aseptic and sterile techniques. Ventilator and trach management. Management of feeding tubes and chest tubes. Experience with bedside procedures in collaboration with providers.

Support within the department includes: Unit Secretary available every shift. Charge nurse and Resource Nurse present 24/7. Access to RT, Intensivist, and in-house APP and residents. Unit-based educators and clinical supervisors for guidance.

Technology and equipment used: Electronic Medical Record system: EPIC. IV Pumps: Alaris and Medfusion syringe pumps. Breast milk scanning systems.

Floating may occur to similar units as needed, depending on the skills and experience of the traveler. Weekend rotation is required, including two Fridays and two Mondays, plus every other weekend in a six-week schedule. Holiday expectations include working the Eve and/or Day after holidays, as well as every other holiday while contracted. Travelers are preferred not to have significant amounts of request time off (RTO). Dress code includes navy scrubs, with a preference for long sleeve shirts to be navy or white. No tight scrubs or organizational branded attire permitted. The facility follows strict hygiene guidelines, with a policy of "bare below elbow" in nurseries. Unit culture emphasizes teamwork, accountability, respect, and compassionate hard work.

Benefits: We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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