Level II NICU RN
Clinton, Maryland
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital

Registered Nurse - Nursery (NICU/Special Care Nursery)

Location: Clinton, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Night (3x12 hours, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Provide nursing care in a Level II Special Care Nursery (NICU II) requiring consistent monitoring and maintenance of cardiopulmonary, neurologic, metabolic, and thermal stability of newborns.
• Assist with specialized procedures such as lumbar puncture and endotracheal resuscitation for newborns 32 weeks gestation or greater.
• Initiate, modify, or stop treatments per established protocols or physician orders.
• Float to Postpartum and Labor and Delivery units to provide neonatal care as needed.
• Work every other weekend and every other holiday.

Required Experience & Skills

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland.
• Minimum 2 years of nursery experience, including NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) experience.
• Nursery experience within the last year.
• Completion of at least one prior travel nursing assignment.
• Experience in Labor and Delivery.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Required Certifications & Licenses

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Maryland.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (AHA or ARC).
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.
• S.T.A.B.L.E. certification.

Competency Requirements

• Must pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum overall score of 80% and 100% on lethal rhythms section prior to start.
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam with a passing score of 80% or higher, updated every three years.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam updated annually.

Health & Background Requirements

• Annual physical exam confirming ability to perform job duties without accommodations and free from communicable disease.
• Negative TB test (PPD, Quantiferon, or T-spot) within 1 year; if history of TB, additional documentation required.
• Up-to-date immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, and Tdap vaccine within 10 years preferred.
• Drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana).
• Annual flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Sept-Mar).
• Criminal background check within 90 days covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years.
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks prior to and during assignment.

Additional Requirements

• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years.
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information.
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start.
• Valid driver’s license required if driving is an essential job function.
• Annual acknowledgment of orientation safety manual.
• N95 fit test within 9 months of start and updated annually (client may complete onsite if needed).

Work Schedule & Expectations

• 36 hours per week, working 3 twelve-hour night shifts.
• Every other weekend and holiday coverage required.
• Ability to float to related units for neonatal care.

This position is ideal for experienced NICU RNs with prior travel nursing experience seeking a challenging role in a Level II Special Care Nursery environment.