NICU Registered Nurse
Morgantown, WV
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights, Flexible
Referral Bonus
$2,309/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays, Nights, Flexible
- 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
NICU Registered Nurse
Location
Morgantown, West Virginia
Contract Length
13 weeks
Schedule
- 12-hour shifts
- Night shift: 7pm–7am
- Day/night rotating schedule
- Mainly nights
- Weekends: desired, negotiable, 1–2
- Holidays: may be required for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year’s if needed
Required Qualifications
- BLS certification
- NRP certification
- Registered Nurse with 2+ years of experience in a Level 3 NICU or higher
Preferred Qualifications
- ACLS
- PALS
- Experience with neonatal assessment, IVs, medication administration, feeding, vent care, and CPAP care
- EPIC familiarity
Unit Details
- Level IV NICU
- 50 beds
- Ratios: 1:1 or 1:2 in ICU; 1:3 or 1:4 in NSDU
- Common patient types include micro preemie, preemie grower, surgical, BPD, NAS, genetic anomalies, and cardiac cases
- Titration of drips is under MD order
- Common drips include dopamine, dobutamine, prostins, insulin, and sedation
- Charge nurse and house supervisor both present
- Nurse aides on unit: 2 per shift
- Neonatologist in house 24/7
- Respiratory therapy equipment available
- Monitored beds; no techs, and RNs are not required to read strips
Floating
- May float to PICU, Inpatient Pediatrics, and Labor & Delivery
Additional Notes
- Can be placed in stepdown if vent/CPAP experience is limited
- Orientation is provided by NICU clinical preceptors and depends on experience
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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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 Morgantown, WV
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Morgantown, WV here's what you should know:- Morgantown's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Morgantown are around 82°F, with winter lows around 22°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Morgantown and can be found with relative ease.
- Morgantown is fairly car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system in place for those who prefer not to drive.
- Morgantown has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the surrounding mountainous terrain.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Morgantown.
- Morgantown offers a variety of restaurants, including local eateries and international cuisine.
- It has a vibrant art and music scene, with opportunities to enjoy live performances.
- Sports enthusiasts can partake in various outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports.
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