NICU Registered Nurse
Hartford, Connecticut
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
$2,589-3,502/weekTNAA TotalMed RN will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Registered Nurse - NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
Location: Hartford, Connecticut
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 26 weeks
Job Details
- Shift: Night or Day rotating schedule (4 shifts of 12 hours each; 7 PM–7 AM or 7 AM–7 PM)
- Rotation may occur within the same week with ample time off between shifts
- Weekend work required (details discussed during interview)
- Local candidates within 75 miles radius accepted at the same rate
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Connecticut
- Minimum 1 year of recent NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care) experience
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification issued by the American Heart Association
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Experience in Telemetry, Stepdown, Emergency Department (ED), GI Lab, Endoscopy, Labor and Delivery (L&D), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Operating Room (OR), Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Intermediate Care (IMC)
Experience & Other Requirements
- Prior travel experience: Not explicitly required
- References: Two professional references within the past 2 years who directly supervised the candidate
- Skills checklist updated within 1 year and annually thereafter
- Employment history verification covering the last 7 years
- Background checks including 7-year search, aliases, nationwide, statewide, sex offender, OFAC, and international if applicable
- Education verification required (diploma acceptable as placeholder)
Health & Safety Requirements
- Physical exam within 12 months of start, signed by NP, PA, or MD, confirming ability to work full day without restrictions
- Respiratory fit test annually (acceptable masks: 3M 1860 Regular, 3M 1860S, 3M 1870+ Aura Universal)
- Immunizations and titers:
- Tdap vaccine within 10 years (TD and declinations not accepted)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year, updated annually; TB questionnaire if prior positive
- Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or proof of 2 vaccines; negative titer requires booster series
- Hepatitis B: positive titer, series, or signed declination
- Drug testing: 10-panel within 30 days of start, updated annually
- Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required annually by deadline
Documentation & Facility Requirements
- Clear copy of front and back of driver’s license or passport
- Photo for badge (chest up, solid background, no others in photo)
- Signed confidentiality agreement, code of conduct, conflict of interest, contractor checklist prior to start
- Pediatric medication calculation exam required for all RNs
- HIPAA acknowledgement annually (HIPAA competency can substitute)
- OSHA mandatory training annually (acknowledgement form can substitute)
Summary
This is a 26-week travel contract for a Registered Nurse specializing in NICU care, requiring a rotating day/night schedule with weekend work. Candidates must have at least 4 years of nursing experience, hold a permanent Connecticut RN license or Compact License, and maintain required certifications including NRP and BLS. Comprehensive health, background, and competency documentation are mandatory. Prior travel experience is not required.
Facility
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Pros
- MS6 staff is very team-motivated, the floor nurses work together incredibly well and make it easy to look forward to work. I cannot emphasize how important this is, and the difference it makes in a tough shift. - Ratios on the floor are typically 1:3-4, which can be busy but more than manageable. - There is a wide variety of diagnoses that we treat and the floor offers so many opportunities to learn about different populations and treatments. Many staff members have said that working on MS6 will set you up for success to work anywhere. - I started here as a new grad and am only leaving due to my family’s plan to move out of state. If I were to stay in CT, I would continue to work at Connecticut Children’s.
Cons
- Management on MS6 is not very good, and the PCA help is incredibly variable depending on which staff is working a shift. - There is a lot of broken equipment that you have to deal with. - Typically expected to float to other units every few weeks. - MS6 gets a lot of behavioral psych patients, which can be challenging.
- Childrens
- 187 beds
About Hartford, CT
As a Travel Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse in Hartford, CT here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hartford, CT, is slightly higher than the national average.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a comfortable standard of living for residents.
- The average high in summer is around 83°F, and the average low in winter is around 18°F, offering a true four-season experience.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hartford, CT, and can be found with relative ease, especially in popular neighborhoods.
- Hartford is car-friendly, with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation options include buses and a commuter rail line connecting to nearby cities.
- Hartford has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to seasonal changes.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Hartford offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby areas.
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