Travel RN - Neonatal ICU

Travel RN - Neonatal ICUAmerican TravelerLafayette, Louisiana, United StatesPosition status: OpenAssignment type: travelShift: NightsLength (weeks): 13Openings: 1$1,951.00/week (estimated advertised weekly pay)DescriptionAmerican Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a NICU position requiring NRP certification and prior NICU experience in a Level III/IV unit.DetailsWork in the NICU unit, including Level II, III, and IV care areasPatient population includes neonates ranging from under 24-28 weeks to over 34 weeks gestationAverage daily census of 30 with a 1:3 patient ratioNight shift schedule (1845-0715), open to 3x12 or 4x12 hour shiftsEvery other weekend coverage requiredFloating required to Mother Baby (couplet care) and PediatricsEpic EMR experience requiredNo call-in requirement for this unitRequirementsActive RN license (Compact or LA) required in handCurrent BLS and NRP certifications requiredAHA certifications required3 years of NICU experience required for first-time travelers2 years of NICU experience required for previous travelersSkilled in IV therapy, starting and maintaining IVs, and administration of blood and blood productsExperience with neonatal dosage calculations, anti-seizure medications, antibiotics/antivirals, and steroidsCompetency in APGAR scoring, developmental care, phlebotomy, and thermoregulationExperience with feeding management (bottle, breast, gavage) and breastfeeding supportKnowledge of respiratory care including Bubble CPAP, HFNC, and oxygen delivery systemsExperience with neonatal sepsis recognition and sepsis work-upDriver's license required for considerationUpdated NURSYS report required for considerationAdditional InformationProvide comprehensive neonatal critical care including central line blood draws, UAC/UVC management, and conscious sedation support as neededAssist with procedures such as lumbar punctures and manage patients with neonatal abstinence syndromeMonitor and manage conditions such as hyperbilirubinemia, respiratory distress syndrome, and neurologic concernsMust reside more than 65 miles from the facility; local candidates are not acceptedMust be willing to work 2 of 4 designated holiday periods annually (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's)Two manager/supervisor references required prior to starting contract, though not required for initial considerationAll requested time off must be disclosed and discussed during the interview processFormer Ochsner Health permanent staff or in-house agency contractors must have a 1-year separation before returning as a travel employeeFirst-time travelers are welcome to apply with required experience levelMay be assigned to an emergency response team during facility emergencies, requiring availability until the event concludes or relief arrivesOrientation is held five days a weekHours per week: 36Hours per shift: 12