NICU Registered Nurse
Odessa, TX
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - NICU

Job Details:

• Work in high-risk Level III NICU environment
• Maintain 3:1 patient ratios for days, nights, and weekends
• Minimum 3 years of experience required with travel experience mandatory
• 36 hours of orientation provided
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP, PALS, STABLE
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Cerner charting system experience required
• Care for neonates including those 29-34+ weeks gestation
• Administer blood products, manage ventilators, arterial lines, and central lines
• Assist with high-risk deliveries and lumbar punctures
• Provide developmental care, feeding support, and family education
• Manage complex conditions including respiratory distress, sepsis, and neonatal abstinence syndrome
• Operate specialized equipment including high-frequency ventilation, nitric oxide, and therapeutic hypothermia
• Perform phlebotomy, IV placement, and suctioning procedures
• Support breastfeeding and handle breast milk administration
• Must meet local radius requirement of 50 miles
• Hard deadline for documentation compliance is Tuesday 4:30pm CST prior to start

Facility:

This healthcare facility operates a high-acuity Level III NICU that provides comprehensive care for critically ill newborns and premature infants. The unit offers advanced neonatal intensive care services with interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, interpretation services, social services, and dedicated unit secretaries. The facility maintains high standards of care for complex neonatal conditions and provides a supportive environment for both patients and healthcare professionals.

Location:

Odessa, TX

Odessa offers a vibrant community in West Texas known for its rich oil industry heritage and growing economy. The area provides affordable living costs, warm weather year-round, and proximity to outdoor recreational activities, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking career growth opportunities.