NICU Registered Nurse
Kansas City, MO
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - NICU

Job Details:

• Work in a 5-bed Level II NICU caring for infants 34 weeks gestation and above
• Patient ratios of 1:2-3 neonates
• 2 years of NICU experience required, no first-time travelers accepted
• Minimum 4-5 weekend shifts (Saturday/Sunday) per 6-week schedule period
• Minimum 2 Friday shifts per 6-week schedule period
• 2 mandatory call shifts every 6-week schedule required
• Holiday shifts and charge RN assignments as needed
• Required certifications: BLS, NRP (STABLE preferred)
• Must float to well newborn nursery/postpartum as needed
• Expected to attend high-risk deliveries and provide 1:1 newborn recovery care
• Assist with well newborn assessments and procedures when no NICU census
• Stabilize and transfer higher acuity/lower gestational age newborns
• Perform procedures including needle aspiration, chest tube placement, UVC/UAC line placement, lumbar puncture, intubation, surfactant administration, and resuscitation
• Skills required: blood glucose monitoring, various feeding methods, isolation precautions, central line care, umbilical catheter care, neonatal abstinence syndrome management
• Work with standard NICU equipment including IV pumps, phototherapy equipment, incubators, and radiant warmers
• 12 hours orientation provided
• Travel experience required
• Home address must be at least 75 miles from facility
• Maximum 7 days RTO allowed
• 3 guaranteed shifts per 13-week contract

Facility:

This healthcare facility operates a specialized Level II NICU with 5 beds and maintains a daily census of 0-2 NICU babies. The unit provides comprehensive neonatal care with 24/7 nurse practitioner coverage and pediatric rounding for nursery babies. The facility offers extensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, physical therapy, pharmacy, and rapid response teams. Advanced technology includes neonatal echo capabilities and telehealth support for neonatologist consultation, ensuring high-quality care for premature and critically ill newborns.

Location:

Kansas City, MO

Kansas City offers a vibrant metropolitan experience with excellent healthcare opportunities, renowned barbecue cuisine, and a rich cultural scene including world-class museums and sports teams. The city provides an affordable cost of living with diverse neighborhoods and entertainment options, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.