NICU Registered Nurse
Odessa, Texas
Medical Center Health System

Job Opportunity: NICU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Odessa, Texas
Specialty: Registered Nurse – NICU (High Risk Level III)
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of NICU experience (higher value confirmed)
• Experience in a High Risk Level III NICU setting
• Certifications required:

  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – required
  • STABLE certification – required
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • Other certifications as applicable: CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, ENPC, NIH Stroke Certification
• Must pass Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam and other competency exams as applicable
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG required
• Drug testing required (10-panel screen)
• Physical exam and fit mask test required within 1 year of start
• Immunizations and health requirements:

  • TDAP vaccine within 10 years
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (with annual TBQ)
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella – proof of immunity or vaccination required
  • Flu vaccine or declination during flu season (Oct-April)
• References: 2 references within 3 years required
• Skills checklist and employment application required, updated annually

Additional Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position
• Facility-specific documents and orientation modules must be completed prior to start
• Time-sensitive requirements (e.g., physical exam, immunizations, drug testing) must be completed within 72 hours of signing the contract
• Background checks and certifications must be current and renewed as required

This position is ideal for experienced NICU RNs with the required certifications and immunizations, ready for a 13-week travel assignment in a high-acuity Level III NICU.