NICU Registered Nurse
Fort Smith, AR
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Travel RN - NICU

Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas
Specialty: NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Shift: Nights (18:45 - 07:15)
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
• Weekend Hours: Yes
• Call Requirements: No
• Number of Openings: 1

Required Certifications & Experience

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in level 3 or 4 NICU
• Experience caring for level 3 NICU infants including:

  • High Frequency vents, conventional vents, CPAP, NIMV, HFNC
  • Nitric oxide therapy
  • Whole body cooling
  • OG/NG/PO feedings
  • UAC, UVC, PICC, PIV lines
  • Attending high risk deliveries and all cesarean section deliveries

Preferred Skills

• STABLE certification

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 25 plus overflow beds on pediatric floor
• Patient Ratios: Typically 3 feeders, 2 CPAP, 1 nitric oxide, 1 cooling (varies by acuity)
• EMR System: EPIC
• Float Requirements: Possible float to mother-baby or pediatrics, but unlikely due to high census

Dress Code

• Scrub Color: Black

Additional Information

• The NICU unit cares for critically ill newborns requiring advanced respiratory support and specialized care.
• The hospital is a 336-bed acute care facility with a long history of compassionate care and advanced services.
• The environment supports a dedicated team approach with innovative technology and patient-centered care.