Open Position: RN - NICU

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2559.80

Opportunity:

NICU RN

Job Details:

* Level III NICU position with approximately 190 births per month
* Weekend coverage required every other weekend, may exceed to accommodate unit needs
* No on-call required
* Patient ratios of 1:2-3, staffed by acuity
* 14-bed NICU unit
* 36 orientation hours provided
* May float to Mother/Baby unit for babies; if couplet care experience, may float fully
* Travelers may be expected to float between sister facilities nearby contracted facility
* Minimum 2 years of experience required with at least 1 year in NICU specialty
* Level III NICU experience required - hard stop
* Travel experience required
* Compact license must be in hand at time of submission
* Required certifications: BLS, NRP Advanced (must be willing to obtain Advanced NRP before start if not already held), PALS
* Charting system: Epic (experience required)
* Community hospital experience required
* Scrub color: Navy Blue for RNs
* Free parking available
* Required skills include but are not limited to: arterial line management, bubble CPAP, central line blood draw and care, high frequency ventilation, invasive hemodynamic monitoring, IV vasopressors, management of chest tubes, neonatal dosage calculations, PICC line management, therapeutic hypothermia, UAC/UVC management, ventilator management (AC/PC/SIMV/CPAP/BIPAP/PEEP), titrating Dopamine and Dobutamine, Fentanyl and Versed administration, and suctioning (ETT, NT)
* Special procedures include: central lines, ROP exams, spinal taps, and intubations
* Special equipment used includes: CPAP, BIPAP, smart pumps, feeding pumps, isolettes, warmers, and high frequency ventilators/oscillators
* Patient population includes neonates and infants with diagnoses such as prematurity, RDS, NAS, sepsis, hypoglycemia, and jaundice
* Facility serves a large Hispanic community and holds a CCS designation
* All RTO must be included at time of submission; approval based on facility needs
* Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day
* Guaranteed hours: facility allowed to call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

Facility:

This acute care hospital operates a 212-bed facility offering comprehensive inpatient and specialty services. The NICU is a Level III unit delivering advanced neonatal care with interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, social services, interpretation services, and unit secretarial support. The facility is committed to high-acuity neonatal care and serves a diverse patient population in the community.

Location:

Santa Maria, CA

Santa Maria is a welcoming Central California city situated between Los Angeles and San Francisco, offering a mild Mediterranean climate and easy access to stunning Pacific coastline, wine country, and outdoor recreation. The area boasts a rich cultural community, affordable living compared to many California cities, and a strong sense of community making it an appealing destination for traveling healthcare professionals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.