Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Washington, DC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN with at least 3 years of Level III NICU experience and a DC RN license for night shifts caring for critically ill neonates.

Responsibilities

• Work in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in a hospital setting
• Caring for neonates from 23 weeks gestation to 4 months old, often post-labor and delivery
• Patient cases include extreme prematurity, respiratory distress syndrome, sepsis, congenital anomalies, and meconium aspiration
• Perform interventions such as noninvasive nasal CPAP, mechanical ventilation (including High Frequency Oscillation), and nitric oxide inhalation therapy
• Night shift schedule: 7p-7a, 3x12 hour shifts per week
• On-call coverage is required
• Must be able to manage ventilators, oscillators, pressors, micro preemies, and assist with bedside procedures
• Float and respond to neonatal emergencies and high-risk deliveries
• NICU nurses provide immediate assessment and care to newborns requiring close monitoring after delivery
• Nurses perform and assist with procedures such as IV insertion, septic workups, intubations, and percutaneous catheter insertions
• Administer blood products, medications, and provide parent education
• Diagnostic services and most procedures are performed at the bedside
• Holiday coverage may be required based on hospital needs
• Must reside at least 25 miles from the hospital to qualify as a traveler
• Scrub or dress code requirements will be provided upon assignment

Requirements

• Active DC RN license required at the time of consideration
• Minimum 3 years of recent Level III NICU experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, NRP, STABLE (AHA only), and CPI
• Must have at least 2 years of prior work experience in a US hospital in the designated specialty
• Experience with ventilation management, high frequency oscillators, and micro preemies required
• Two manager or supervisor references preferred verifying recent NICU experience
• Must submit US Social Security number and valid Driver’s License for consideration

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts