NICU RN
Columbus, OH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Level III NICU position requiring NRP certification and prior NICU experience managing neonates as young as 22 weeks gestation.

Details

• Level III NICU setting caring for neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above
• Patient ratio of 1:2-3
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-7:30
• Care includes neonates <24-28 weeks requiring respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and infectious disease management
• Manages ventilator settings including AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP
• Performs arterial line management, central line care, UAC/UVC management, and neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions
• Administers IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids via Pyxis medication system
• Uses EPIC for documentation
• Utilizes SBAR communication method with healthcare providers and families

Requirements

• Active OH or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS and NRP certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of NICU experience required
• Prior experience in NICU Level III and Level IV settings
• Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Proficient in gastrointestinal feeding methods and oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tube management
• Expertise in infection control measures and IV therapy including umbilical artery and vein catheter management
• Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• 2 professional references required, with at least one from a manager/director or formal leadership role; charge RN acceptable for second reference; no coworker references accepted

Additional Information

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including NPs, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary
• Candidates with prior experience at the affiliated children's hospital will be given special consideration
• Former employees eligible for assignment after 6+ months away from the facility
• Current employees are ineligible to be hired as a travelers at this health system
• RTO must be submitted with application and built into contract, limited to 7 days or less
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Candidates must complete Ohio fingerprinting promptly after signing contract due to strict compliance deadlines