NICU Registered Nurse
Grand Junction, CO
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$47-51/hourOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
RN - NICU
Location: Grand Junction, Colorado
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each)
Weekend Requirement: 7 weekends in 8 weeks (Friday & Saturday nights)
On-Call: 2 call shifts in 8 weeks
Job Summary
- Perform independent nursing and delegated medical functions per state Board of Nursing standards.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care.
- Collect and assess health data to evaluate patient status.
- Provide health teaching and counseling.
- Deliver supportive and restorative therapy and treatment directly or through consultation, delegation, supervision, or teaching.
- Execute delegated medical functions and refer patients for further evaluation or treatment as needed.
- Review and monitor therapy and treatment plans.
- Document care according to hospital and regulatory guidelines.
- Utilize resources effectively.
- May float to other departments within competency and qualifications.
- May be required to be on-call during scheduled shifts.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Colorado
- Minimum of 1 year of recent Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited school
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Registered Nurse preferred.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Additional certifications appropriate for the unit or service preferred (e.g., ACLS, PALS).
- Willingness to share knowledge and support participation of less experienced caregivers.
Additional Information
- Must be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily.
- Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
- Work promotes the mission, vision, and values of the employer.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Grand Junction, CO
As a travel nurse in Grand Junction, CO here's what you should know:- Cost of living in Grand Junction is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Grand Junction are around 90°F, with winter lows averaging around 20°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Grand Junction, and they can be relatively easy to find.
- Grand Junction is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Grand Junction has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Grand Junction offers a variety of restaurants, wineries, art galleries, and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and exploring the nearby national parks.
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