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NICU RN

Overview

Travel/Contract RN role in Columbus, Ohio.
Based in a Level III NICU caring for neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above.
Night shift: 3x12 hours, 19:00–7:30.

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Ohio
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care (1 year of experience)
NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care experience within the last year
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation Procedure issued by American Heart Association
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience working with NICU Level 3 patients
Experience with cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management
Proficiency in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes
Experience with umbilical artery and vein catheter management
Experience with arterial line management
Experience with ventilator management including AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP settings and adjustments
Experience with central line care
Expertise in infection control measures and IV therapy

Experience / Clinical Background

Experience in NICU Level III and Level IV settings
Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management
Proficient in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral/nasogastric/nasojejunal tubes
Expertise in infection control measures and IV therapy, including umbilical artery and vein catheter management

Role Details

Provides specialized care to neonates, including those under 24–28 weeks
Manages respiratory distress, glucose management, and neonates requiring surgery or cardiac interventions
Performs and manages arterial line management, central line care, and neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions
Oversees ventilator settings and adjustments including AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP
Uses Pyxis medication system
Uses SBAR communication
Works with a multidisciplinary team including NP, interpretation services, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory services, social services, and unit secretary

Preferred

Prior experience at Nationwide Children's Hospital will be given special consideration

Facility

Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

4.2rating(82 reviews)

10 nurses recommend working with Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

Braden F

ED - Emergency Department (RN)

Contract Position Apr '26

5.0rating

Pros

I honestly don’t have any bad things to say about this place. The ratios, co-workers, environment, and scheduling are pretty hard to beat.

Cons

None

Review of Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center on Jul 8, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
962 beds

ADDRESS410 West Tenth AvenueColumbus, OH 43210

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Columbus, OH

About

Columbus, Ohio, is a midwestern city best known for its diverse food scene, lively arts and culture and friendly Midwestern hospitality. The city has something to offer everyone, from the world-renowned Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to the interactive COSI science museum and research center. Columbus has an auspicious food scene, with excellent local restaurants like The Guild House and Wolf's Ridge Brewing. It’s also home to three professional sports teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL), the Columbus Crew (MLS) and the Columbus Clippers (MiLB). The Downtown Arena District hosts these teams at the Nationwide Arena, Huntington Park and the Great American Ball Park. Columbus also lays claim to Ohio State University, one of the largest universities in the United States.

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