RN Internal Traveler - NICU

RN Internal Traveler – NICU

Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303

Full-Time Nights, 36 Hours per week

Pay range is between $85-$95/hr. Rates are market dependent and will be determined at the time of written offer.

BCH is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Special Care Nursery (SCN) team within the Family Birth Center. In this role, you will provide specialized, family-centered care to newborns requiring additional monitoring, treatment, and support following delivery. Working closely with neonatologists, pediatric providers, respiratory therapists, lactation consultants, and interdisciplinary care teams, you will care for neonates with a variety of medical needs while supporting parents and families through their newborn's hospitalization.

Responsibilities include neonatal assessment, stabilization and transition of newborns, monitoring and responding to changes in patient condition, administering treatments and medications, supporting feeding and developmental care, coordinating discharge planning, and providing education to families. The Special Care Nursery RN plays a key role in ensuring safe, evidence-based care while promoting positive outcomes for infants and their families.

The ideal candidate is a compassionate, detail-oriented RN who thrives in a collaborative environment, demonstrates strong critical thinking skills, and is passionate about neonatal nursing, newborn care, family education, and maternal-child health.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care to newborns and supporting families during some of their most important moments.

Internal Traveler Program Highlights

•13-week assignments

•External applicants accepted

•Candidates must not have been employed by BCH within the past 6 months

•Every-other-weekend requirement

•Competitive market-based pay

•Opportunity to work alongside a collaborative Family Birth Center team

Benefits

•Paid sick time

•403B Retirement Program

•Wellness Benefits

•Discounts through PerkSpot

Qualifications

•Colorado RN license in good standing.

•BLS certification required through American Heart Association

•NRP required

•NICU experience required.

Responsibilities

•Provide specialized nursing care for newborns requiring additional monitoring, treatment, and support in the Special Care Nursery.

•Perform comprehensive neonatal assessments, monitor patient status, and respond to changes in clinical condition.

•Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.

•Support newborn transition, stabilization, feeding, developmental care, and discharge planning.

•Educate and involve parents and caregivers in the care and decision-making process.

•Collaborate with neonatologists, pediatric providers, respiratory therapists, lactation consultants, and other care team members to promote positive patient outcomes.

•Delegate appropriate tasks to support staff and ensure safe, effective patient care.

•Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the electronic medical record.

•Participate in quality improvement initiatives, unit-based problem solving, and ongoing professional development.

•Support care across the Family Birth Center as needed, including newborn transition and maternal-child health services.

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado

Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado. It provides comprehensive medical services to the Boulder County community, including acute care, emergency services, and outpatient care. BCH operates several facilities, including the flagship Boulder Community Hospital, and offers a wide range of specialties such as cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and maternity care. The organization is known for its commitment to high-quality care, patient-centered services, and a focus on wellness and prevention.

Boulder Community Health is dedicated to improving the health of the local community by integrating advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, and personalized care. The healthcare system also emphasizes collaboration with local physicians, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH is recognized for its strong ties to the local population and its role in supporting public health initiatives, promoting healthy lifestyles, and addressing health disparities.

Boulder Community Health is a Certified Level II Trauma Center and has received incredible accolades for the wonderful care that we provide including: Newsweek- “America’s Best-in-State Hospital 2025”; U.S. News and World Report- “Best Hospitals for Maternity Care 2025”; 5280 Magazine-“21 BCH physicians among 2024 list of the region’s best doctors”; Daily Camera People’s Choice Awards 2024- Honorable mention, Best Physical Therapy Center; and American Heart Association- Quality Stroke Care 2024.

As an employee at Boulder Community Health, you will enjoy working in state-of-the-art facilities with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement and an on-site fitness center. You also have access to an incredible Employee Wellness and Support program, employee activities, discounts and more!

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.

BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.

This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.