NICU RN
Clinton, MD
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Level II NICU RN requiring NRP, STABLE, and compact or MD RN licensure for a 13-week assignment.

Details

• Level II NICU/Special Care Nursery setting
• 3x12 shifts available in Day (0700-1900) or Night (1900-0700)
• Patient population includes neonates ranging from under 24 weeks to over 34 weeks gestation
• Required to float to Postpartum and Labor & Delivery for neonatal care
• Every other weekend required
• Every other holiday required
• Uses Cerner charting system
• Uses ventilation systems for High-Flow O2, CPAP, and Mechanical Ventilation
• Uses BD Alaris Smart Pumps and point-of-care blood glucose measurement equipment

Requirements

• Active compact or MD RN license required
• Current BLS, NRP, and STABLE certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of NICU II experience required
• CPAP experience required
• Cerner charting experience required
• Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with 80% overall and 100% on lethal rhythms
• Must have completed at least 1 prior travel assignment
• Proficiency required in respiratory support via High Flow O2, CPAP, Bubble CPAP, and Mechanical Ventilation
• Proficiency required in central line management, peripheral IV insertion, and lab draws
• Proficiency required in administration of IV antibiotics
• Proficiency required in stabilization of newborns less than 32 weeks for transport to a Level III facility
• Proficiency required in thermoregulation and passive cooling for pre-term and full-term infants
• Flu vaccination required

Additional Information

• Monitor and maintain stability of cardiopulmonary, neurologic, metabolic, and thermal functions independently or with physician collaboration
• Assist with specialized procedures such as lumbar puncture and endotracheal resuscitation of newborns 32 weeks or greater
• Initiate, modify, or stop treatment according to established protocols or orders
• Requires strong knowledge of apnea and bradycardia related to pre-term infants
• Local candidates within 60 miles accepted at a reduced pay rate
• No more than 7 days of RTO permitted per 13-week contract, with no RTO allowed during the first two weeks of the assignment
• Previous MedStar employees must have been separated for at least one year before returning as a traveler
• Candidates must have a record of multiple successfully completed travel assignments with no cancellations