Registered Nurse NICU

Location: Hickory, NC
Profession: Registered Nurse

Posted: 4/15/2026
Salary: $1764/weekly

Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Nights

Job Details

Job Title

  • Registered Nurse - NICU

Location

  • Hickory, NC

Schedule / Job Type

  • Full-time, nights, 3x12-hour shifts per week (with the option to flex to a 4th shift if needed; overtime after 48 hours)

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide specialized nursing care in a Level III and/or Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
  • Ensure patient safety and comfort in a high-acuity environment
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans
  • Document patient progress accurately using Meditech EMR system
  • Adhere to hospital and unit policies, including compliance and documentation standards
  • Float within hospital departments as needed based on patient care demands

Required Qualifications

  • Valid state or Compact license in North Carolina
  • BLS, NRP, and AHA-certified PALS and ACLS certifications (preferred)
  • Minimum of 2 years of NICU experience in a Level III or IV unit
  • Current NURSYS report and Qualivis Cover Sheet required with profile submission
  • Willingness to include all RTO requests on profile and comply with travel policies

Preferred Experience / Skills

  • Experience with Meditech electronic health record system
  • Familiarity with NICU protocols and high-acuity neonatal care
  • Ability to float within hospital units based on staffing needs

Why Join Us

  • Opportunity to work in a busy, advanced NICU environment with dedicated health professionals
  • Competitive scheduling with a consistent night shift and potential for additional shifts

Additional Notes

  • Candidate must include a current NURSYS report and Qualivis Cover Sheet in profile
  • Travelers must complete appropriate lab work within 72 hours of contract signing
  • Background check and compliance are required prior to assignment
  • No MRI licensing required for this role

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