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

Job Opportunity: NICU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Columbus, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide specialized nursing care to neonates in a Level III NICU, caring for patients from 22 weeks gestation and above. Manage respiratory distress, glucose control, and care for neonates requiring surgery or cardiac interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive care to neonates, including those under 24-28 weeks gestation.
• Manage respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and infectious disease conditions.
• Administer medications using Pyxis system, including IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids.
• Document patient care accurately and timely using EPIC system.
• Use SBAR communication method for effective interaction with healthcare providers and families.
• Perform and manage arterial line and central line care, and interventions for neonatal abstinence syndrome.
• Oversee ventilator settings and adjustments (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP).

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)

Required Experience and Skills

• Experience in Level III and Level IV NICU settings.
• Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management.
• Proficient in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes.
• Expertise in infection control and IV therapy, including umbilical artery and vein catheter management.

Collaboration

Work closely with a multidisciplinary team including nurse practitioners, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretaries.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Ohio
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Experience in Level III and Level IV NICU settings
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Expertise in IV therapy, including management of umbilical artery and vein catheters

Additional Requirements

• Two professional references required, including at least one from a manager or formal leadership.
• Employment application and skills checklist must be completed.
• Fingerprinting must be completed using Ohio BCI & FBI codes with results obtained within 1 year of start date.
• Pending fingerprint results require a background check attestation prior to start.

Notes

• Prior experience in a Level III or IV NICU is essential.
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• Candidates with previous experience at a major children's hospital may receive special consideration.
• This is a travel/contract position with a 13-week assignment duration.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-acuity neonatal intensive care environment with a multidisciplinary team, providing critical care to vulnerable neonates.