Registered Nurse NICU

Job Title

Registered Nurse – NICU

Location

Columbus, OH | Level III NICU

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:30)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care to neonates from 22 weeks gestation and above, including those under 24–28 weeks, with a focus on respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and infectious disease management
• Administer IV vasopressors, surfactants, and steroids using the Pyxis medication system
• Document patient care using the EPIC electronic health record system
• Utilize SBAR communication methods to ensure effective interaction with healthcare providers and families
• Perform and manage arterial line management, central line care, and neonatal abstinence syndrome interventions
• Oversee and adjust ventilator settings including AC, PC, SIMV, CPAP, BIPAP, and PEEP modes

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license — compact or Ohio state license must be in hand at time of submission
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required
• Nursing education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Minimum of 2 professional references required; at least 1 must be from a manager, director, or formal leadership capacity (charge RN acceptable as second reference; no coworker references)
• Local candidates are welcome and accepted

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience in Level III and/or Level IV NICU settings
• Competency in cardiovascular dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Proficiency in gastrointestinal feeding methods and management of oral, nasogastric, and nasojejunal tubes
• Expertise in infection control measures and IV therapy, including umbilical artery and vein catheter management

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team including NPs, pharmacy, respiratory services, physical therapy, radiology, social services, and interpretation services in a high-acuity neonatal environment
• Supportive unit with access to all necessary equipment, supplies, and established patient care policies and procedures