NICU Registered Nurse
Mayfield Heights, OH
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

NICU Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Position

Location: Mayfield Heights, Ohio
Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Night shift coverage only

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Ohio
• Minimum 1.5 years of recent experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), including experience within the last year
• Experience working with neonate patients
• Current certifications issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (e.g., Driver’s License or State ID) required and must be carried on assignment
• Background checks including:

  • FCRA-compliant 7-year search (SSN trace, counties, states, nationwide, sex offender registry, OFAC, FACIS Level 3)
  • Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
  • FBI and BCI fingerprinting within 12 months of start, updated annually (code 4723.09 for nursing)
• Education verification required for all candidates
• Physical exam within 1 year of start confirming ability to safely perform job functions
• Fit mask (N95) fit test within 12 months, updated annually
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tdap vaccine every 10 years (no declinations accepted)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray per protocol
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titers with boosters if needed
  • Hepatitis B vaccination/titer or declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer with booster if needed
  • Annual flu vaccination (no declinations accepted) or approved medical/religious exemption
• Drug screening: Standard 10-panel drug screen within 12 months, updated annually (instant tests not accepted)
• Snellen eye exam within 1 year of start

Orientation and Training

• Completion of facility-specific online training modules prior to start (must be done on a computer using Google Chrome; video must be watched before test)
• Medication and ECG competency exams during orientation with required passing scores
• SafeMedicate preparation materials provided before orientation exam
• Candidates with less than 6 months gap since last assignment at this or related facility may be exempt from some orientation testing and modules

References and Work History

• Two professional references required from employment within the last year (manager, supervisor, charge nurse, or director)
• Employment application must include at least 3 years prior work history with 2 years in acute care and similar clinical area

Additional Notes

• Candidates must carry required documentation and maintain compliance with all health and safety requirements throughout the assignment
• Fingerprinting must be completed both through the agency and at the facility prior to start
• Candidates with latex allergies must notify to ensure appropriate supplies are available
• Candidates with facial hair failing fit mask testing must shave or submit approved exemption documentation

This position is ideal for experienced NICU RNs seeking a night shift travel contract in Ohio with a reputable healthcare facility.