Travel Nurse RN - Nursery
Clinton, MD
The Judge Group
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Facility

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital

Specialty

Nursery

Job Type

Nursing

Employment

Travel/Contract

Shift

Night (3x12 Hours) 19:00 7:00

Contract Group

MedStar Health - Aya MSP

Block Schedule

No

Pay When Paid

No

Job Description

NICU/Special Care Nursery RN
Cross Posted for #Job ID 3376108
*ASAP START*

*Locals within 60 miles accepted at a lower rate ? Reach out to AM for local rates*

**Candidate must successfully pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum overall score of 80% and a score of 100% on lethal rhythms.**

3x12 1900-0700

Traveler must have a record of multiple successfully completed assignments and no cancellations in their work history

BLS, NRP, & STABLE required
NICU II experience required
CPAP experience required
2 years of experience required
Must have completed at least 1 travel assignment

Every other weekend required
Every other holiday required
Float to Postpartum and Labor and Delivery for neonatal care required

Special Care Nursery is a Level II unit that requires consistent monitoring and maintaining the stability of cardiopulmonary, neurologic, metabolic and thermal functions, either independently or in conjunction with the physician; assist with specialized procedures, such as lumbar puncture, endotracheal resuscitation of newborns that are 32 weeks or greater. Initiate, modify or stop treatment when appropriate according to established protocols or orders.

Must be proficient in:
Respiratory Support via High Flow O2, CPAP, Bubble CPAP & Mechanical Ventilation
Management of Central Lines
Peripheral IV Insertions
Lab Draws
Administration of IV antibiotics
Increased knowledge of apnea and bradycardia related to the pre-term infant
Stabilization of newborns less than 32 weeks and preparation for transport to a Level III facility
Thermoregulation in the pre-mature infant and full-term infant related to passive cooling
Proficient in Neonatal resuscitation; must have NRP certification and S.T.A.B.L.E. certification.

Ventilation Systems used for High-Flow O2, CPAP and Mechanical Ventilation
Point of Care Blood Glucose Measurement
BD Alaris Smart Pumps