Per Diem / PRN Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
AMN Healthcare Local
Downey, CA
Nights
$61-66/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- ShiftNights
- SettingHospital
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Description
JOB DETAILS
NICU RN’s are responsible for total care of infants who may be diagnosed with congenital defects, delivery complications, or most often, prematurity. They formulate nursing care plans and assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the effectiveness of treatments in these plans. NICU RN’s administer medications and perform complex procedures to coordinate all aspects of a patient’s care. NICU RN’s work in the NICU unit of a hospital. Hospitals are given a NICU Level I-IV based upon the type of care provided and the extent of technology available. Level I (lowest) is designed for less critically ill infants, while Level IV (highest) provides the most sophisticated care for ill, or premature infants.
Education/Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education
- Associates Degree in Nursing (ASN): 2-Year Education
- You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN.
- RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
- ACLS, CCRN and STABLE are often required
Must be available for a minimum of 1 shift per week and 1 weekend shift per month.
Must be licensed in CA
Must have at least 12 months of recent experience within the last 3 years.
About Downey, CA
As a travel nurse in Downey, CA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Downey, CA is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 85°F, and the average low in winter is around 48°F.
- Short-term rentals are available in Downey, CA, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Downey is car-friendly, and public transportation options are available.
- Downey has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to air pollution.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in the area.
- Downey offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor activities are also abundant in the area.
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