Local Contract Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Apple Valley, CA
Hanker Systems Inc
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$55-60/hourOverview
- Start Date05/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Referral bonus
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) – NICU Level III (Night Shift)
Location: Apple Valley, CA
Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Start Date: May 5, 2026
Shift: Night Shift | 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM | 3×12‑hour shifts
This is a high‑acuity NICU caring for complex neonatal conditions. Candidates must meet all required skills and experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to neonates and infants in a Level III NICU
- Manage respiratory support including:
- Bubble CPAP
- High‑frequency ventilation and oscillators
- Conventional ventilators (AC, PC, SIMV, CPAP, BiPAP, PEEP)
- Care for central lines, PICC lines, and implanted lines
- Assist with procedures including intubations, ROP exams, and spinal taps
- Titrate medications including dopamine drips
- Monitor and support premature infants, feeders/growers, and RDS patients
- Utilize smart pumps, feeding pumps, isolettes, and warmers
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including pharmacy, radiology, social services, and phlebotomy
- Document care accurately per facility standards
Required Qualifications
- Active RN license (state of practice)
- Minimum 2 years RN experience, including at least 1 year NICU experience
- BLS Certification
NRP Certification
Employer
Hanker Systems Inc
Healthcare staffing at Hanker Systems Inc is focused on delivering the right
talent to support quality patient care. We partner with healthcare organizations
to provide skilled clinical, health IT, and administrative professionals when
and where they are needed most.
We follow strict compliance and credentialing standards, ensuring reliability,
accuracy, and trust in every placement. Our employees play a vital role in
strengthening healthcare teams, supporting clinicians, and helping
organizations operate smoothly.
At Hanker Systems, healthcare staffing is more than filling roles—it’s about
making a real difference in patient outcomes.
About Apple Valley, CA
As a travel nurse in Apple Valley, CA here's what you should know:- Apple Valley's cost of living is 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 are around 95°F, with lows around 60°F.
- Winter highs average around 60°F, with lows around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Apple Valley, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Apple Valley is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population in Apple Valley is diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Apple Valley offers a variety of restaurants, especially with a focus on American cuisine.
- There are opportunities to explore art and music, and outdoor activities such as hiking and camping are popular due to the proximity to national parks and forests.
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