Registered Nurse NICU

Location: Denver, CO
Profession: Registered Nurse

Posted: 9/16/2026
Salary: $2016/weekly

Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Nights

Job Details

Job Title

Travel RN – NICU (Nights)

Location

Denver, CO | Acute Care / NICU

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Projected Start: July 20, 2026

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct bedside nursing care in a 42-bed Level III NICU with a patient ratio of 3:1
  • Operate and monitor specialized equipment including incubators, NIPPV, high-flow and low-flow nasal cannula, PIVs, central lines, and gastric tubes
  • Document patient care accurately using the Neonatal Notes Manager EMR system
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including CNCs, fellow RNs, and unit coordinators to deliver evidence-based, family-centered care
  • Support neonatal procedures performed on the unit, including circumcisions and ROP exams
  • Maintain compliance with BLS and NRP certifications throughout the assignment

Required Qualifications

  • Active RN license valid in the state of Colorado (or compact eligibility)
  • Minimum 1 year of current acute care NICU experience
  • Level III NICU experience required
  • Current BLS and NRP certifications required
  • Minimum 2 years of overall nursing experience

Preferred Experience / Skills

  • Prior pediatric nursing experience
  • Previous experience with Meditech EMR
  • Compassionate, family-centered approach with strong adaptability and attention to detail

Why Join Us

  • Join a NICU team recognized for its strong, positive culture built on teamwork, kindness, and clinical excellence — offering a sustainable pace that supports meaningful patient and family relationships
  • Enjoy abundant opportunities for professional growth within a deeply supportive environment where caregivers feel valued and empowered to make a lasting impact every shift

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