Travel Nurse Level II RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Des Moines, IA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Level II NICU position requiring recent NICU travel experience and expertise with vasopressors, sedation, and glucose management.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 42-bed Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:2 or 1:3
• Care for premature infants and neonates with respiratory distress/failure, hypoglycemia, and related conditions
• Administer vasopressors, sedation, and glucose as needed
• May be required to float to general pediatrics and PICU
• Uses Epic EMR
• No first-time travelers will be considered for this position
• Must be willing to work as part of a multidisciplinary team caring for critically ill neonates
• Holiday coverage requires working 2 out of 3 major winter holidays (Christmas, New Year's, or Thanksgiving)
• Requesting more than 1 day off is limited between 11/26-11/30 and 12/23-1/2 regardless of holidays worked

Requirements

• Active IA or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 24 months NICU experience required
• Documented experience and comfort with vasopressors, sedation, and glucose administration required
• Active BLS (AHA or ARC) and NRP certifications required
• Must have completed a travel contract within the past 18 months
• Driver’s license required for consideration
• One supervisory reference from within the past 24 months is preferred

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