NICU Registered Nurse
Ann Arbor, Michigan
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: NICU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Specialty: Registered Nurse - NICU
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• At least 2 years of NICU RN experience required, with additional PICU experience.
• Majority of time will be spent in the NICU; may also staff in PICU as needed.
• Responsibilities include:

  • Attending high-risk deliveries
  • NICU IV management
  • PICU patient care

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Michigan
• Minimum 2 years of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) experience, including experience within the last year
• Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience working with high-risk patients
• Ability to attend high-risk deliveries
• Proficient in NICU IV management

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer 2 years combined experience in PICU, PCTU, NICU, and moderate care.
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system.

Facility & Unit Information

• NICU is a 59-bed Level IV neonatal center providing care for premature newborns and infants with complex medical and surgical needs.
• Advanced technologies used include ECMO, high-frequency ventilation, nitric oxide therapy, and hypothermic neuroprotection.
• Family-centered care approach with support and education for families throughout hospitalization and discharge.
• PICU is a 30-bed monitored ICU for critically ill children from newborn to young adult, with multidisciplinary care and advanced technology including ECMO, nitric oxide, high-frequency ventilation, and CRRT.
• Family presence during rounds and nursing report is encouraged.

Required Compliance & Documentation

• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG clearance.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Fit mask test within 1 year (N95 or equivalent).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; annual TB questionnaire if history of positive test.
• Immunizations or titers for Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start, updated annually.
• Annual seasonal flu vaccination required with no exemptions permitted.
• Pass/fail competency testing for EKG and medication administration upon orientation.
• Completion of facility-specific orientation paperwork within 3 weeks of start.

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Candidates must maintain valid certifications throughout the assignment without lapse.
• Family-centered care and multidisciplinary collaboration are key components of the work environment.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a leading Level IV NICU and a state-of-the-art PICU with advanced technology and a supportive team environment.