NICU Registered Nurse
Carmichael, CA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Sacramento. The healthcare provider is seeking a neonatal intensive care nurse to care for premature infants and patients experiencing respiratory failure in a Level 3 neonatal intensive care setting. The role includes bedside reporting, participation in charge responsibilities as assigned, and collaboration with the care team to support high-quality neonatal care.

Job Details

• Schedule: Night shifts are 12 hours, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Two years of experience; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA); Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification; an active license is required for submission.
• Preferred Qualifications: Pediatric experience.
• Additional Information:
  • Provides care for premature infants and patients with respiratory failure.
  • The Level 3 neonatal intensive care unit has approximately 2630 beds.
  • Charge responsibilities may be assigned, including break relief.
  • Weekend coverage is required every other weekend.
  • Holiday coverage rotates with core staff, with travelers expected to work two of the three major holidays.
  • Floating to other facilities in the Sacramento area may be required; mid-shift floating is uncommon but possible.
  • Orientation includes one to two days on the unit with a preceptor.
  • The facility provides breastfeeding support and maintains a baby-friendly designation.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits