NICU RN
Wilmington, NC
Revolution Healthcare Services
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Start Date: December 14, 2026
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour day shifts with every other weekend requirement; nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:2-3

Highlights:

• 45-bed Level III NICU with all private rooms and an average daily census of 41 patients
• Care for critically ill neonates from 22 weeks gestation to term, including premature infants, PPHN, therapeutic hypothermia, and post-surgical patients
• Epic documentation system with comprehensive support services including 24/7 neonatologist on-call, neonatal nurse practitioners, pediatric surgery, IV teams, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy
• Experience with advanced NICU interventions including high-frequency ventilation, nitric oxide therapy, UAC/UVC management, and developmental care in a family-centered environment
• Float opportunities to Mother/Baby, Labor and Delivery, and Pediatrics units for appropriate patient assignments
• 24-hour orientation consisting of two 12-hour clinical shifts with comprehensive online module training

Requirements:

• Active RN license in North Carolina or Compact state license
• Minimum 2 years of Level III NICU experience required, with demonstrated competency caring for neonates less than 24-28 weeks and 29-34 weeks gestation
• Current BLS and NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications required
• Proficiency in invasive hemodynamic monitoring, dysrhythmia management, ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BiPAP/PEEP), and bubble CPAP
• Competence in IV therapy including administration of blood products, arterial line management, central line care, PICC lines, and UAC/UVC management
• Experience with neonatal medications including antibiotics/antivirals, antiseizure medications, IV vasopressors, steroids, and surfactants
• Knowledge of isolation precautions, neonatal sepsis workups, necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), neonatal abstinence syndrome, and developmental care principles
• Ability to provide breastfeeding support, manage feeding tubes, perform phlebotomy, and deliver patient/family education
• Willingness to work in a private room setting and participate in float assignments as needed
• Must be available to serve on Storm Team/Hurricane Team and report during catastrophic events or disasters if required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience attending high-risk deliveries and APGAR scoring
• PICU experience and NICU IV skills
• Competency with therapeutic hypothermia/cooling blankets, high-frequency ventilation, chest tube management, and nitric oxide (iNO) therapy
• Experience with insulin administration, gastroschisis/omphalocele management, post-abdominal surgery care, and seizure disorder management
• Epic charting system experience strongly preferred
• Meconium aspiration management experience

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Join a state-of-the-art Level III NICU where you'll provide exceptional care to the region's most vulnerable patients in a supportive, family-centered environment. This 45-bed unit features all private rooms designed to promote developmental care and family bonding, supported by 24/7 neonatology coverage, dedicated neonatal nurse practitioners, and comprehensive interdisciplinary services. You'll have the opportunity to work with advanced technologies and complex patient populations while being part of a collaborative team committed to delivering the highest standard of neonatal care. With robust orientation, ongoing educational support, and exposure to diverse clinical experiences including float opportunities, this position offers both professional growth and the rewarding experience of making a lasting difference in the lives of infants and their families.

Additional Information:

• Scrubs: Navy blue
• Medication dispensing system: Pyxis
• Communication protocol: SBAR
• Time off: Up to 7 days may be approved (no holidays during first week; must work 2 of 3 major holidays)
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)
• Pre-employment modules (8-10 hours) must be completed online prior to start date
• Interview required prior to offer; please provide availability within 72 hours of application